Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln [Hardcover] Goodwin, ...

Description: Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln [Hardcover] Goodwin, ... Product Overview Format: Hardcover, Deckle Edge Winner of the Lincoln Prize Acclaimed historian Doris Kearns Goodwin illuminates Abraham Lincoln's political genius in this highly original work, as the one-term congressman and prairie lawyer rises from obscurity to prevail over three gifted rivals of national reputation to become president.On May 18, 1860, William H. Seward, Salmon P. Chase, Edward Bates, and Abraham Lincoln waited in their hometowns for the results from the Republican National Convention in Chicago. When Lincoln emerged as the victor, his rivals were dismayed and angry. Throughout the turbulent 1850s, each had energetically sought the presidency as the conflict over slavery was leading inexorably to secession and civil war. That Lincoln succeeded, Goodwin demonstrates, was the result of a character that had been forged by experiences that raised him above his more privileged and accomplished rivals. He won because he possessed an extraordinary ability to put himself in the place of other men, to experience what they were feeling, to understand their motives and desires. It was this capacity that enabled Lincoln as president to bring his disgruntled opponents together, create the most unusual cabinet in history, and marshal their talents to the task of preserving the Union and winning the war. We view the long, horrifying struggle from the vantage of the White House as Lincoln copes with incompetent generals, hostile congressmen, and his raucous cabinet. He overcomes these obstacles by winning the respect of his former competitors, and in the case of Seward, finds a loyal and crucial friend to see him through. This brilliant multiple biography is centered on Lincoln's mastery of men and how it shaped the most significant presidency in the nation's history. Details Publisher ‏ : ‎ Simon & Schuster; 1st edition (October 25, 2005) Language ‏ : ‎ English Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 916 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0684824906 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 01 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.04 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 2 x 9.25 inches Best Sellers Rank: #23,421 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #32 in American Civil War Biographies (Books) #59 in United States Executive Government #111 in US Presidents #32 in American Civil War Biographies (Books) Quality Products Have peace of mind knowing that your order will arrive original factory sealed packaging. That means that you'll have the full force of the manufacturer's warranty to protect your purchase. Fast Shipping You're already purchasing the item. Why pay a lot for your shipping? We get your order shipped out and delivered to your doorstep as quickly as possible. Commitment We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. That means having access to real people that get your questions and concerns answered quickly. Give us a shot and we will make sure that you will look to us again!

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