“As a general rule, I abstain from reading reports of attacks upon myself, wishing not to be provoked by that to which I cannot properly offer an answer.”
Quote by Abraham Lincoln
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The collected works of Abraham Lincoln
This volume includes a wide array of Abraham Lincoln's works, spanning his presidency from 1861 to 1865. It features his famous speeches, such as the Gettysburg Address, as well as personal correspondence and other writings that provide a comprehensive view of his political philosophy and leadership style. more
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Source: State papers, 1861-1865
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Source: The Portable Abraham Lincoln
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