Father Abraham: Lincoln and His Sons - Hardcover

Holzer offers a captivating peek into the lives of Lincoln and his sons: Robert, Eddie, Willie, and Tad. Lincoln's career in law and politics, his election as the 16th president, and his years in the White House during Civil War form the basis of this book, but it is his family life that is its nucleus. . . . The captioned black-and-white illustrations and reproductions that are lavishly spread throughout the book are excellent. A lengthy bibliography and meticulous notes round out this marvelous volume. A unique book, this is a must-have for all libraries."--"School Library Journal, " starred review "A different view of Lincoln's personality as well as an unusually detailed portrayal of children growing up in the mid-1800s. A solid addition to American history collections." --"Booklist" * "A unique book, this is a must-have for all libraries." --"School Library Journal", starred review "Offers both a wagonload of fascinating period photos and a case study in domestic tragedy and dysfunction." --Kirkus Reviews * "A unique book, this is a must-have for all libraries." --School Library Journal, starred review "A different view of Lincoln's personality as well as an unusually detailed portrayal of children growing up in the mid-1800s. A solid addition to American history collections." --Booklist

Abraham Lincoln was devoted to his country and to his family. President Lincoln called America a house divided, but he struggled to keep his own home united. It would prove to be an impossible task. Sickness, loss, and family tensions overwhelmed Abraham, Mary, and their four sons. Opening up the Lincoln family album, noted Lincoln scholar Harold Holzer highlights the family's heartaches and happiness. Illustrated with archival photographs and backed by extensive primary source material, this compelling NCTE Orbis Pictus Honor Book illuminates the private lives of four generations of a prominent American family.