Lincoln in Portraiture

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This volume presents a collection of photographs, masks, busts, and portraits of Abraham Lincoln, capturing him at pivotal moments throughout his career. It features around sixty images, beginning with the earliest daguerreotype from 1846 taken in Springfield, and concluding with a photograph from Palm Sunday in 1865, just days before his assassination. The portraits reflect Lincoln's journey from the hopeful confidence of his youth to the sober self-mastery of his later years, illustrating his profound mental and spiritual growth during a tumultuous period in American history. Studying these images offers a deeper, reverent understanding of Lincoln's life and legacy, which remains a cherished part of American heritage. The publisher, Forgotten Books, specializes in reproducing rare and classic works, utilizing advanced technology to restore and preserve original formats while addressing imperfections in aged copies. Although some minor flaws may remain to maintain historical integrity, the majority are successfully repaired, ensuring a faithful representation of this significant historical figure.