the political genius of Abraham Lincoln Goodwin, Doris Kearns. creator Thomas, Richard. text xxu New Delhi Penguin Books 2005 monographic eng

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xv, 916 21cm (pbk) When the 1860 Republican National Convention chose Abraham Lincoln over three seasoned politicians, his rivals were shocked and humilated. Lincoln immediately went about mending fences by inviting them to join his cabinet. Historian Doris Kearns Godwin reveals how Lincoln brilliantly converted former political foes and used them to strengthen his presidency. Doris Kearns Goodwin. Subtitle from container. Abridged. Lincoln, Abraham 1809-1865 Lincoln, Abraham 1809-1865 Friends and associates Political leadership United States Case studies Genius Case studies Presidents United States Biography United States Politics and government 1861-1865 973.7092 9780141043722 B-321238 http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0901/2008643026-b.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0901/2008643026-d.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0901/2008643026-s.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0901/2008643026-t.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0901/2008643026-b.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0901/2008643026-d.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0901/2008643026-s.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0901/2008643026-t.html dpl 090406 2009040608458.0