And There Was Light by Jon Meacham is a comprehensive and compelling biography of a remarkable U.S. President, Abraham Lincoln.
And There Was Light: Abraham Lincoln and the American Struggle by Jon Meacham
Genre/Categories/Setting: Nonfiction, U.S. President, U.S. History, U.S. President, Abraham Lincoln, Emancipation, Civil War, Biography
Welcome to #ThrowBackThursday where I highlight an older review or post a current review of a backlist title. This week I’m featuring thought-provoking narrative nonfiction, And There Was Light by Jon Meacham.
I’m linking up with Davida @ The Chocolate Lady’s Book Review Blog for #ThrowbackThursday.
My Summary:
A resolute and imperfect man is committed to the abolition of slavery and holding the Union together. Jon Meacham uses primary sources to share Abraham Lincoln’s story from the time of his birth to his turbulent years of leadership through his assassination.
The moral case for Emancipation…
Continue here for my full review of And There Was Light…
QOTD:
Do you love biographical historical fiction?
Back when you originally posted this review, I got this book from the library, but had to return it before reading it. Now that I am home for awhile, I will have to check it out again. Thanks for the reminder.
Maybe for Nonfiction November?
Good Idea, Carol. Thanks.