Lincoln

Author: (German) Rüt / Zhao Qian
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Publish Date: 2003-07-01
Features: Upon first reading Lincoln, one notices the uniqueness of the biographical style. The authors analyze Lincoln's complex personality and his principles and attitudes toward establishing his career from a psychological perspective. The analysis is philosophical, thought-provoking, and deeply reflective. They break the mold of conventional biographies, which often portray their subjects as ordinary. This book begins with Lincoln at the age of four and ends with his assassination, depicting his life experiences, inner journey, and the evolution of his character over decades. The selection of historical events is free and appropriate, without unnecessary elaboration. In the authors' portrayal, Lincoln possesses a sharp mind, an insatiable drive, an indomitable spirit, and an optimistic outlook, yet he also has weaknesses in his character, the helplessness of a strong individual, and an unhappy marriage. Upon finishing the book, one feels the impermanence of life and the whims of fate! All of this determined the path Lincoln chose, which was both a blessing for America and a tragedy for him personally. The secondary character, Mary, is also vividly portrayed. She is ambitious and self-centered, serving as both a catalyst for Lincoln's political dedication and a source of her own bitter struggles.