Washoe County Library System

The magic tree house whisks Jack and Annie to Washington D.C. in the 1860s where they meet Abraham Lincoln and collect a feather that will help break a magic spell.

As President, Abraham Lincoln fought for freedom and equality for all Americans. Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DORLING KINDERSLEY READERS, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. This biography of one of the most famous and recognizable American presidents mark DK's commitment to bringing US...

Growing up poor in the backwoods of Kentucky and Indiana, Abraham Lincoln lost his mother before he was ten. But Sally Johnston, who married Abe's father a year later, brought a library of books to their log cabin home and turned young Abe's life around.

Describes the events and motivations which led to Lincoln's famous speech, dedicating the Gettysburg cemetery to the fallen soldiers.

Portrays Lincoln's life as a lawyer in Springfield, a devoted husband and father, and president during the Civil War years.

Told through the eyes of a young boy, the sober mood of the country after the Lincoln assassination is presented as he and many other mourners await to pay their respects to their fallen president as Lincoln's funeral train travels from Washington, D.C. to Springfield, IL in 1865.

A brief overview of the life of the man who was President of the United States during the difficult years of the Civil War and who issued the Emancipation Proclamation freeing the slaves.