This book examines Abraham Lincoln's legacy and place in history, as well as the men who surrounded him and played important roles in the Civil War era. Browne delves into Lincoln's character and provides insight into the men who influenced him. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the 16th president and his time. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.