In "Lincoln and the Civil War," Michael Burlingame explores the
experiences and qualities that made Abraham Lincoln one of
America's most revered leaders. This volume provides an
illuminating overview of the entirety of the Civil War and
Lincoln's administration, focusing on the ways in which Lincoln's
unique combination of psychological maturity, steely determination,
and political wisdom made him the North's secret weapon that
ultimately led to supremacy over the Confederacy.
When war erupted in 1861, the North--despite its superior economic
resources and manpower--was considered the underdog of the
conflict. The need to invade the South brought no advantage to the
inefficient, poorly led Union Army. In contrast, Southerners'
knowledge of their home terrain, access to railroads, familiarity
with firearms, and outdoor lifestyles, along with the presumed
support of foreign nations, made victory over the North seem a
likely outcome. In the face of such daunting obstacles, only one
person could unite disparate Northerners and rally them to victory
in the darkest moments of the war: Abraham Lincoln.
While Lincoln is often remembered today as one of America's wisest
presidents, he was not always considered so sage. Burlingame
demonstrates how, long before the rigors of his presidency and the
Civil War began to affect him, Lincoln wrestled with the demons of
midlife to ultimately emerge as arguably the most self-aware,
humble, and confident leader in American history. This
metamorphosis from sarcastic young politician to profound statesman
uniquely prepared him for the selfless dedication the war years
would demand. Whereas his counterpart, Jefferson Davis, became
mired in personal power plays, perceived slights, and dramas,
Lincoln rose above personal concerns to always place the
preservation of the Union first. Lincoln's ability, along with his
eloquence, political savvy, and grasp of military strategy made him
a formidable leader whose honesty and wisdom inspired undying
loyalty.
In addition to offering fresh perspectives on Lincoln's complex
personality and on the other luminaries of his administration,
"Lincoln and the Civil War" takes readers on a brief but thorough
tour of the war itself, from the motivations and events leading to
Southern secession and the first shots at Fort Sumter to plans for
Reconstruction and Lincoln's tragic assassination. Throughout the
journey, Burlingame demonstrates how Lincoln's steady hand at the
helm navigated the Union through the most perilous events of the
war and held together the pieces of an unraveling nation.
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