Abraham Lincoln: The Prairie Years and The War Years

by Carl Sandburg Narrated by Arthur Morey

Overview

“A Lincoln whom no other man than Carl Sandburg could have given us.” -Mark Van Doren, New York Herald Tribune Book Review

Originally published in six volumes, which sold more than one million copies, Carl Sandburg's Abraham Lincoln was praised as the most noteworthy historical biography of Sandburg's generation. He later distilled this monumental work into one volume that critics and readers alike consider his greatest work of nonfiction, as well as the most distinguished, authoritative biography of Lincoln ever published.

Growing up in an Illinois prairie town, Sandburg listened to stories of old-timers who had known Lincoln. By the time this single-volume edition was competed, he had spent a lifetime studying, researching, and writing about our sixteenth president. His extraordinary portrait brings fully to life the country lawyer who would become one of the most influential and beloved presidents of the American republic.

Additional information about the author can be found at: http://www.nps.gov/carl.

Editorial Reviews

New York Times Book Review

There has never been biography quite like this before. . . . Carl Sandburg has written a book that merits the reading and meditation of every American. -- Books of the Century; New York Times reivew, February 1926

NOVEMBER 2013 - AudioFile

Sandburg’s biography remains one of the great works in American letters. While it’s no longer the most up-to-date treatment of Lincoln’s life, it is a historic event in itself. Arthur Morey’s gruff, clear presentation conveys Lincoln’s quirky and majestic personality and, at the same time, does justice to Sandburg’s magnificent prose. Morey’s performance is perfectly paced. He seems comfortable with the rich display of nineteenth-century vernacular. Today’s listeners may be surprised by how many of the recent portrayals of Lincoln are built directly on Sandburg’s research and observations. Sandburg’s account of Lincoln’s death is heartrending and magnificent. Originally published in six volumes, then consolidated into one, this is a 44-hour listening odyssey. It’s worth every minute. F.C. © AudioFile 2013, Portland, Maine

Product Details

BN ID:	2940172465246
Publisher:	Brilliance Audio
Publication date:	06/04/2013
Edition description:	Unabridged

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