{"product_id":"9781492631309","title":"Conversations with Lincoln: Little-Known Stories from Those Who Met America's 16th President","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"A marvelous collection of little-known accounts by people who met Lincoln.  Their stories are often heartrending, and some will bring tears to the reader's eyes\"\u003cstrong\u003e – William C. Harris, professor emeritus of history from North Carolina State University and author of \u003cem\u003eLincoln and the Border States\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat was it like to meet our 16th President? Was he really as kind and honest as we perceive him to be today? \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis astonishing new book is an inspiring and eye-opening collection of stories, anecdotes and quotes from people who sought out Lincoln for his wisdom, help or just his irresistible wit. He offered a patient ear to almost anyone who came to see him , and his compassion and understanding bettered the lives of hundreds who crossed his threshold. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the lips of those who knew and met him, Conversations with Lincoln offers new insight into one of the most famous men in the world, and shows not just how passionate he was about the political principles he fought for, but how generous he was for his people, as well. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This impressive collection presents vivid, detailed accounts of Abraham Lincoln from all phases of his life.  Here we encounter more evidence of his generosity, his humanity, and his wisdom.\" – \u003cstrong\u003eJoan E. Cashin, Professor of History at Ohio State University and author of \u003cem\u003eFirst Lady of the Confederacy \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sourcebooks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47167931646192,"sku":"9781492631309","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781492631309_p0.jpg?v=1772805488","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781492631309","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}