President Lincoln's Attitude Towards Slavery and Emancipation
Henry Watson Wilbur
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In this insightful examination, Henry Watson Wilbur delves into President Abraham Lincoln's complex relationship with slavery and emancipation during one of America's most tumultuous periods. Through a careful review of events leading up to, during, and following the Civil War, Wilbur sheds light on Lincoln's evolving views and the political landscape that shaped his decisions.
Set against the backdrop of a nation divided, this work explores the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by Lincoln as he navigated the pressures of war and public opinion. Wilbur's analysis provides a nuanced understanding of Lincoln's motivations and the impact of his policies on the course of American history.
With a focus on historical context and personal conviction, this biography offers a distinctive perspective on a pivotal figure in the fight for freedom. It invites listeners to reflect on the complexities of leadership and the enduring struggle for justice.
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| 01 - Chapters 1-3 | 21:08 | Read by Guero | |
| 02 - Chapters 4-5 | 17:33 | Read by Guero | |
| 03 - Chapters 6-7 | 17:58 | Read by Guero | |
| 04 - Chapters 8-9 | 17:54 | Read by Guero | |
| 05 - Chapters 10-12 | 24:39 | Read by Guero | |
| 06 - Chapters 13-14 | 17:55 | Read by Guero | |
| 07 - Chapters 15-16 | 23:35 | Read by Guero | |
| 08 - Chapters 17-18 | 19:29 | Read by Guero | |
| 09 - Chapters 19-21 | 23:57 | Read by Guero | |
| 10 - Chapters 22-24 | 24:39 | Read by Guero | |
| 11 - Chapters 25-26 | 23:08 | Read by Guero | |
| 12 - Chapters 27-29 | 26:20 | Read by Guero | |
| 13 - Chapters 30-31 | 23:36 | Read by Guero | |
| 14 - Chapters 32-34 | 25:55 | Read by Guero | |
| 15 - Chapters 35-36 | 23:08 | Read by Guero | |
| 16 - Chapter 37 | 9:14 | Read by Guero |
Reviews
A good Lincoln study
SteveR
Very well narrated and a helpful, focused examination of Abe Lincoln's perspective on race, with some of the author's own observations on the state of things in the earlier 1900s.
Kyle Bacus
Good review of Lincoln’s writings, interesting observation from Wilbur’s own time. Great narration!