The Story of Young Abraham Lincoln

Name: The Story of Young Abraham Lincoln
Author: Wayne Whipple

By Wayne Whipple

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The narrative follows Abraham Lincoln from his frontier ancestry and parents through a childhood of hard work, sparse schooling, and family hardship, recounting chores, moving west, and early self-education. It traces his first jobs, experiments with storekeeping and clerking, study of law, entrance into local politics, and the friendships and domestic ties that influenced him. Anecdotes and episodes emphasize his humor, empathy, and resolve, and later chapters connect formative experiences to his decisions on emancipation and national leadership while closing with reflections on family life and character.

About the Author

Wayne Whipple

Wayne Whipple was an American author known for his contributions to children's literature in the early 20th century. He is particularly recognized for his engaging series featuring the adventures of young boys, such as the 'Radio Boys' series, which includes titles like 'Radio Boys Cronies; Or, Bill Brown's Radio' and 'Radio Boys Loyalty; Or, Bill Brown Listens In.' Whipple also wrote 'The Story of Young Abraham Lincoln,' a narrative that introduces young readers to the early life of the iconic American president. His works often blend educational themes with entertaining storytelling, making them appealing to a youthful audience.