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The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln: A Book of Quotations (Dover Thrift Editions: Speeches/Quotations) by [Abraham Lincoln, Bob Blaisdell]

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The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln: A Book of Quotations (Dover Thrift Editions: Speeches/Quotations) Kindle Edition

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The most eloquent of American presidents, Lincoln seemed to have a comment—sagacious or humorous—on just about anything that mattered. This concise compendium offers his astute observations on a variety of subjects—from women to warfare. Nearly 400 quotations include such thought-provoking and memorable remarks as:
Bad promises are better broken than kept.
Marriage is neither heaven nor hell; it is simply purgatory.
Whenever I hear anyone arguing for slavery, I feel a strong impulse to see it tried on him personally.
Quotations are arranged chronologically within such topics as family and friends, the law, politics and the presidency, story-telling, religion, and morality. Students, writers, public speakers, and other readers will find this thought-provoking and entertaining volume an excellent introduction to the sixteenth president’s wit, common sense, and insight.

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"Tact is the ability to describe others as they see themselves." Rather than the dour soul he sometimes appeared to be, Abraham Lincoln enjoyed a fine, often barbed sense of humor as this lively collection of his salty stories, anecdotes, quotes and speech excerpts proves. Also included in this treasury are his famous addresses, a Lincoln time-line, and sections on Lincoln Lore, Gettysburg Gems and Assassination Secrets. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Alex Ayres, former editor at Running Times and Harvard Lampoon, has edited six previous Wit and Wisdom titles. He is also the author of the screenplays for "Marlowe" and "Search for Grace." --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00A73FENS
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dover Publications (February 29, 2012)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 29, 2012
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2217 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 135 pages
Lending ‏ : ‎ Enabled

Best Sellers Rank: #616,525 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #213 in Quotation Reference
- #822 in Quotation Reference Books
- #1,129 in American Literature Anthologies

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Colin

Great Quotes from a Great Person

Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2016

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In these 'complicated' times where people are so unbelievably angry and misguided, blinded by their anger, their lack of self-awareness or desire to accept their own responsibility for their emotional, mental, spiritual and physical condition. So blind that they will jump to hate anyone and everyone instead of or to avoid looking inward, challenging their own self-notion, their perspectives and where they originate within themselves, Lincoln's words read and resonate like a beacon of hope, honesty and true maturity. He sounds like a man who desires to pursue idealism knowing full well it's absolute realization is impossible yet refuses to give up hope and continues to apply himself to that cause. I find a great sense of peace, calm and hope when reading words written by a truly genuine and great man.

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Edwin Charles Lowe

The Words of America's Greatest President!!!

Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2019

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The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln

This is a concise collated collection of around 400 quotations from President Abraham Lincoln These thought-provoking and memorable remarks reveal that Lincoln was not only one of the most eloquent of American presidents, but also,that he had considered thoughts about a wide range of issues. The quotations are arranged chronologically within such topics as family and friends, the law, politics and the presidency, story-telling, religion, and morality Because these qoutes are presented out of context with the momentus historical events and presured filled situations during which they were made it is difficult to fully appreciate the full weight, wisdom and of his words. However, most readers will enjoy this look into the thoughts of America's greatest president.

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M. Green

Read about Lincoln and get a great history lesson of our country and character

Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2019

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Firstly, anyone with or without an iota of interest in American history has no choice but to admire the will and determination of one of the greatest American Presidents this country has ever had. Lincoln clearly would be overwhelmed by the partison politics of today. The greed and dishonesty on both sides of the aisles would be shocking to such a great leader as Lincoln. I have to but wonder if leaders of that era aren't shaking there heads at the terrible condition of our once proud country. Now filled with self centered politions and citizens alike.

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Roman

Lincoln Speaks Volumes

Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2018

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Lincoln remains the roadmap to America's success - those, regardless of their political bent, should keep an open mind, listen to the arguments, trust the promises by understanding this nation has been divided almost from the beginning. Another Lincoln is required to ensure all our Constitutional Promises and our ability to improve upon them remains in our hands as Lincoln described rather than in the hands of the hopelessly ignorant, anxious to profit only unto themselves and not the greater good. Enough said?

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C. Scordias

Great book

Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2016

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At first I was a bit taken aback by the fact that this is just a bunch of direct quotes from Abraham Lincoln, but as I read more and more, I felt like I got a good feel of this larger-than-life man and was ultimately grateful that the words I read were only Mr. Lincoln's. I feel that all irrelevancies were omitted and that the organization of the quotes gave a fairly in-depth look at Lincoln's opinions and beliefs. As someone who often is turned off by boring history and will quit reading anything that I don't deem interesting, I did find it compelling enough to read cover to cover.

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Wisdom for the Ages

Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2013

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Profiles in Leadership: From Caesar to Modern Times

This book is required reading for anyone who relishes understanding how Lincoln led. He did it, among other things, by telling stories that were filled with wisdom and made a point. He was able to turn an argument around by a few witting words. In each case he made those around him think and left them with a message. His thoughts, sayings and quotes are universal in meaning and value. I recommend this to anyone who collects proverbs and words of wisdom as I do.

Emilio Iodice, author of Profiles in Leadership from Caesar to Modern Times, North American Business Press, 2013.

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Thom Shea

The greatest minds that we produced over time.

Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2015

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Love this guy!! What a mind and a perfect leadership capability to handle the United States especially at such a time in history when this country was so torn apart and so close to internal combustion. Honestly, I don't think that there was another person who could have guided us through this mess that we had created for ourselves. And to think that we re-paid Mr. Lincoln by an award of a bullet to the head!
Please keep books like this for my reading pleasure. I love it!!

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Karvin Spurgeon

Great,,and historical, reading!

Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2018

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The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln: A Book of Quotations (Dover Thrift Editions) "To correct the evils, great and small, which spring from want of sympathy and from positive enmity among strangers, as nations or as individuals, is one of the highest functions of civilization." Just one of the many quotes and stories from one of our greatest Presidents and included in this book.

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Le Grand

Abraham forever.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 18, 2016

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A top intelligence being wise through humour of a most distinctive hue - amusing and wise!

Stephen Gailey

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 26, 2015

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great book

bazel brush

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 16, 2014

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A look into the mind set of a great man

Hadibhai

The Wit and Wisdom of Abrahim Linco of the ln

Reviewed in Canada on February 26, 2013

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A good selection of the quotations of this Great President. Is it not a mericle that a manof his humble beganing cvould reach the zenith of power and position in his short political life. The other four who ran for the office of President had much more in material wealth but could not match the wisdom of Lincoln.

Mysssie

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Reviewed in France on October 13, 2018

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Abraham Lincoln est un acteur important dans l’histoire des etats unis et de l’abolition de l’esclavage.
J’ai aimé la simplicité à comprendre meme en anglais .

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