Lincoln

Name: Lincoln
ISBN: 9787509405246

Hu YuanbinTuanjie Publishing House (Unity Press) · ChinaJul 2020

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Word count: 146K words
Chapters: 52
ISBN: 9787509405246

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Summary

This book covers: birth into an ordinary family, helping his mother with household chores, an unusual and enlightening "game," a novel and arduous journey when the family moved, enduring bloodshed and killing, his mother's footprints, his new mother's teachings, a love of reading that brought inspiration, a fondness for thinking and public speaking, upholding justice according to the law, supporting himself by his own hands and mind, going out into the world, the stirring of lofty ambitions, being praised by all for honesty and diligence, and sketching a blueprint for a life under the rule of law.

Editor's review

Lincoln, written by Mr. Hu Yuanbin and published by Tuanjie Publishing House, aims to present Chinese readers with a vivid historical portrait of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States. This book is not a strictly academic biography; it focuses more on tracing, in an accessible narrative style, Lincoln's legendary life from his impoverished childhood to his entry into the White House, through his leadership of the nation during the Civil War, to his eventual assassination. Its core value lies in offering ordinary readers who are not satisfied with a brief outline of his life and who wish for a more coherent, story-driven account a plain yet comprehensive introductory option. The book discusses not only Lincoln's famous Emancipation Proclamation and Gettysburg Address but also attempts to show his personal character, family life, and political wisdom. It should be noted, however, that the book may be less deep than some authoritative academic biographies or translated works and is better suited as a starting point to spark interest and build an overall understanding. For serious historical researchers or readers expecting a wealth of new historical sources and in-depth analysis, the book's information density and perspective may be somewhat lacking. Yet as a popularizing work written by a domestic author, it fulfills its basic mission—to present the main outline of a complex historical figure clearly to general readers.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Beginner readers interested in American history, especially the Civil War era and Lincoln's life.
General readers who wish to learn about historical figures through narrative storytelling rather than academic papers.
Readers looking for an easy-to-read biography of a historical figure written in Chinese.
Readers who need a comprehensive, non-fragmented introduction to Lincoln's life.

Not a good fit for

Professional researchers seeking the latest academic findings, in-depth historical analysis, or extensive citations of primary sources.
Lovers of literary biography who expect highly literary writing, outstanding prose, or a very unique perspective.

Reading tips

This book can serve as a "first book" on Lincoln to establish a basic timeline and framework of events.
While reading, consult a map to understand the geographic division between North and South and the locations of major battles, enhancing spatial awareness.
After finishing the book, if interest deepens, further consult more authoritative and detailed Lincoln biographies or related historical works for extended reading.

About the publisher

Tuanjie Publishing House (Unity Press) China · Founded in 1987

Founded in 1987, Tuanjie Publishing House focuses on social sciences and humanities as well as fine traditional Chinese culture. Among the 274 titles in its catalogue, it has devoted particular attention to accessible editions of classical literature, publishing the Complete Four Great Classical Novels and unabridged single-volume editions of Water Margin, Journey to the West, Romance of the Three Kingdoms and Dream of the Red Chamber with phonetic annotations for uncommon characters; these are also gathered in the Classic Books: Chinese Classical Four Great Novels series, balancing ease of reading with fidelity to the original texts. Its authors include classical masters such as Cao Xueqin, Shi Nai'an, Luo Guanzhong and Wu Cheng'en, alongside professional teams such as the editorial board of senior teachers on Chinese language and reading and the Luo Guanzhong Research Association. Its publishing features span classical literature, martial arts fiction, literary appreciation and inspirational growth, emphasizing complete texts combined with explanatory notes. Public information is limited; the above is based on the catalogue.

版权信息
前言
第一章少年早熟
弗吉尼亚的风流韵事
出生在平民家庭
帮母亲做家务活儿
新奇艰辛的搬家旅行
难忍流血和杀戮
妈妈的脚印
酷爱读书受启迪
爱思考和喜欢演讲
依法伸张正义
用双手和大脑自食其力
第二章外出闯荡
萌发远大志向
诚实勤奋人人夸
描绘法制生活蓝图
在战争中丰富经历
在穷困潦倒中孜孜以求
为恩人的后代洗刷冤屈
第三章政海初航
最大的问题是奴隶制问题
开设联合律师事务所
在感情与理智的激流中挣扎
当选国会议员挺身发言
实地考察黑奴生活
第四章赢得竞选
积极关注有关奴隶制的信息
为苦难的黑奴请命
发表激动人心的演讲
捍卫心中的崇高目标
为坚持真理进行大辩论
朴实高大的平民政治家
当选第十六任总统
第五章力挽危局
面临分崩离析的痛苦和煎熬
以战斗姿态迎接挑战
顶住重重压力
勇敢应对初战失败
以自己的人格魅力感化他人
在美国南北战争中
发表《解放黑奴宣言》
巧妙处理下属的错误
信任并支持格兰特
“民有、民治、民享”
连任第十七届总统
亲临前线慰问胜利之师
对战败者宽大为怀
生命中的最大悲剧
美国史上最可耻的一夜
年谱
本书主要参考资料

FAQ

What is the book's Douban rating?

According to available information, the book has limited rating information on Douban or no notable rating, making it a relatively low-profile popular history work.

What aspects of Lincoln's life does the book cover?

It covers Lincoln's early life, legal career, political rise, presidency, leadership during the Civil War, handling of the slavery issue, and assassination—a fairly complete overview of his life.

Does the author Hu Yuanbin have a background in historical writing?

Mr. Hu Yuanbin is a Chinese writer of biographies and historical subjects who has written many biographies of notable Chinese and foreign figures. His style tends toward popularization, aiming to spread historical knowledge to general readers.

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About the author

Hu Yuanbin Author · China · 1963

Hu Yuanbin was born in November 1963 in Fang County, Hubei Province. He graduated from Hubei Education College and is a member of the Hubei Provincial Writers Association. He has long been engaged in book editing and popular writing, having compiled and written hundreds of books on biography, historical stories, and traditional Chinese culture. His works number 203 in the library, including representative titles such as Journey to the West, Water Margin, Wandering, Suixiju Diet Manual, and The Splendid Scenes of the Imperial Palace. His common categories cover inspirational growth, health, culture, medicine, historical reading, and film and television. His works show a focus on accessible writing for general readers, turning literary classics, historical knowledge, and dietary and medical common sense into easy-to-read volumes. Public information is limited, and details of his specific career are difficult to elaborate, but through his considerable output he has achieved broad coverage in the field of popular reading.