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rdyourbookcase's review against another edition
4.0
I wish that the cover of “Abraham Lincoln’s Dueling Words” was more eye-catching, because I really enjoyed the book. I had no idea about any of it! My only complaint is that the end of the book doesn’t explain more about Shield’s and Lincoln’s working relationship throughout their lives.
neglet's review against another edition
5.0
Wonderful portrayal of a little-known episode in Lincoln's life. Using accessible and reassuring vernacular, the author relates what happened during Lincoln's early political career when he let his words run away with him. Not only is it a fascinating depiction of Lincoln before he was President, it shows how he used an event he later found shameful to spur him to become a better man. Interesting and instructive.
maidmarianlib's review
3.0
Interesting slice of life biography, adds some interesting notes to other biographies about Lincoln
librarianryan's review
5.0
This is one of the most interesting books about Lincoln this reader has ever perused. And that is saying something from someone who lives in the Land of Lincoln, and looks out on his capitol every day. Did you know Lincoln almost dueled another politician. We often think of Lincoln as this do no wrong, make everything right man. But he was a human. He did things he wasn’t proud of, including writing “fake news” as letters in the local paper under a different name. It was mean spirited and caused the subject to challenge Lincoln to a duel. This is a part of Lincoln history that is not heard, but is an important lesson that is well laid out, and a fun read. The illustrations help keep the story light, and the reader engrossed.
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