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"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" William C. Harris, professor emeritus of history from North Carolina State University and author of Lincoln and the Border StatesWhat was it like to meet our 16th President? Was he really as kind and honest as we perceive him to be today? This 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. From 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.
About the Author
Gordon Leidner is the author of many books about Abraham Lincoln, the Civil War, and the Founding Fathers. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Abraham Lincoln Institute and is a past president of the Lincoln Group of the District of Columbia. He has lectured on Lincoln and the Civil War at the Smithsonian Institution and Johns Hopkins University, and has written articles for academic journals analyzing Abraham Lincoln in light of transformational leadership theory.
He is author of the website www.greatamericanhistory.net, a popular American history website among students and educators.
He has a MGA in Applied Management, a BS in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering, and is a Program Management Professional (PMP) . His latest book, "Leadership Secrets of Hamilton: 7 Steps to Revolutionary Leadership from Alexander Hamilton and the Founding Fathers" will be available in February of 2017.
He can be followed at Twitter: @lincolnsaid
