Lincoln the man, the philosopher, the wit, and the public speaker is revealed in this pocket-sized collection of memorable quotations, speeches, and addresses. Mini gift book presents a range of Lincoln's quotations, including: ''Truth is generally the best vindication against slander." ''I am not ashamed to confess that twenty-five years ago I was a hired laborer, hauling rails, at work on a flatboat -- just what might happen to any poor man's son. I want every man to have a chance.'' ''It has been said of the world's history hitherto that might makes right. It is for us and for our time to reverse the maxim, and to say that right makes might.'' Quotations are complemented by photographs of Lincoln throughout. 64-page hardcover volume with foil-enhanced dust jacket. Pocket-sized book measures 3-1/4'' wide x 5-3/8'' high.
