Looking at Lincoln
Looking at Lincoln by Maira Kalman is a reprint edition published by Penguin on January 3, 2017. This 48-page book, written in English, offers a unique introduction to the life of the sixteenth President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. Through the eyes of a curious young girl, readers will explore Lincoln’s journey from his humble beginnings in a log cabin to his impactful presidency and untimely death, highlighting his beliefs in freedom, personal interests, and memorable anecdotes.
In this engaging narrative, Maira Kalman presents key aspects of Lincoln’s life, including his love for music, his dog named Fido, and his fondness for apples and vanilla cake. The book aims to provide young readers with an accessible understanding of Lincoln’s character and contributions during a pivotal time in American history, particularly the Civil War period. This edition is designed to captivate and educate, making it a valuable resource for those interested in biography and political history.
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Fans of Who Was? and Jean Fritz will love this introduction to our sixteenth President by beloved author and illustrator Maira Kalman.
Who was Lincoln really? This little girl wants to find out. She discovers, among other things, that our sixteenth president was a man who believed in freedom for all, had a dog named Fido, loved Mozart, apples, and his wife’s vanilla cake, and kept his notes in his hat. From his boyhood in a log cabin to his famous presidency and untimely death, Maira Kalman shares Lincoln’s remarkable life with young readers in a fresh and exciting way.
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