From a small log cabin in Kentucky to the steps of the White House,
Abraham Lincoln rose from humble beginnings to the very height of
prominence and prestige. Leading America through the momentous events of
the Civil War, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the abolition of
slavery, the story of "Honest Abe" is one that all children should know.
Now award-winning author and illustrator, Demi, recounts Lincoln's
incredible life story of courage, wisdom, and compassion as only she
can. Filled with stunning illustrations, this book contains an appendix
of fascinating facts and famous quotes from Lincoln's life, as well as a
timeline and map. President Lincoln: From Log Cabin to White House is
not only a powerful teaching tool, but an entertaining and
age-appropriate introduction to a man who has become one of the most
influential and admired presidents of the United States.