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Based on deep consultation of seldom-examined primary sources, this third volume in Richard Lawrence Miller's massive Lincoln biography follows Lincoln's long effort to win a seat in Congress, his activity there, and his return to Illinois--chastened by his Washington experience. Topics include: Lincoln's anti-slavery efforts in Congress; the popularity of his stance against the Mexican War (which, contrary to common belief, didn't significantly harm his political reputation); his support of Zachary Taylor's presidential campaign and his subsequent efforts to win a patronage job from the Taylor White House; his political activities after returning to Illinois; and his generally happy home life with Mary and his sons. Throughout the work, a new portrait emerges of Lincoln as a canny politician, making his own luck by striking swiftly and strongly when opportunities arose.

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Book category Books in English Society & social sciences Politics & government Political structure & processes

• Full title: Lincoln and His World
• Author: Richard Lawrence Miller
• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 417
• EAN: 9780786459285
• ISBN: 9780786459285
• ID: 06349550
• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Date of publishing: 15. January 2011

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