Lincoln for president

By Timothy S. Good

Subjects: Political campaigns, Presidents, Lincoln, abraham, 1809-1865, Case studies, History, Republican party (u.s. : 1854-), United States, Republican Party (U.S. : 1854- ), Political and social views, Politics and government, Biography, Presidential candidates, Presidents, united states, election, 19th century, United states, declaration of independence, Character, Political career before 1861, Election, United states, politics and government, 1815-1861

Description: "This work is the narrative of Abraham Lincoln's bid for the White House from 1858 through 1860. This work offers a day-by-day account that demonstrates how Lincoln's character, and his upholding of the Declaration of Independence, helped him triumph. Those traits were far more important than political machinations and backroom deals at the convention"--Provided by publisher.