Abraham Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Abraham Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address" by Abraham Lincoln is a historical speech delivered in the mid-19th century, specifically during the tumultuous period of the American Civil War. This book is a transcription of Lincoln's address, which conveys his thoughts and sentiments as he began his second term as President. The primary topic revolves around the enduring conflict of the Civil War, the institution of slavery, and the hope for national healing. In the address, Lincoln reflects on the Civil War's grim realities and acknowledges the deep-rooted issues that led to the conflict, particularly slavery. He emphasizes that neither side anticipated the scale or duration of the war, and he poignantley grapples with the moral implications of asking divine assistance in a struggle rooted in such an offense. Lincoln articulates a vision of reconciliation and urges the nation to move forward with "malice toward none" and "charity for all," underscoring the need to bind up the nation's wounds and strive for lasting peace. Through this powerful speech, he seeks to heal a fractured country, drawing upon a sense of shared humanity and a commitment to justice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 62.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abraham_Lincoln%27s_second_inaugural_address

Release date is 1978-12-01