Abraham Lincoln in New Hampshire, (Hardcover)

<p><b>"Abraham Lincoln in New Hampshire"</b> provides a focused and scholarly exploration of Abraham Lincoln's pivotal journey through the Granite State during the early months of 1860. This historical study documents Lincoln's speaking tour, which took him to various communities including Concord, Manchester, Dover, and Exeter. At a time when Lincoln was still a relatively fresh figure to Eastern voters, these appearances were instrumental in establishing his political identity and building the momentum necessary for his eventual presidential nomination.</p><p>Elwin L. Page meticulously recreates the atmosphere of these visits, detailing the local reception of Lincoln's powerful oratory and his interactions with prominent New Hampshire citizens. The work examines how Lincoln's arguments against the expansion of slavery resonated within the state, highlighting the intersection of regional sentiment and national politics on the eve of the American Civil War. This volume is an essential resource for those interested in Lincolniana, New England history, and the intricacies of 19th-century political campaigning. It preserves a vital chapter in the life of the sixteenth president, illustrating how a brief regional tour helped shape the course of American leadership.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>

• Abraham Lincoln in New Hampshire, (Hardcover)
• Author: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025255774
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 210