Promotional Information

This unique addition to Civil War literature examines the extensive influence Quaker belief and practice had on Lincoln's decisions relative to slavery, including his choice to emancipate the slaves.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments Introduction Chapter 1: Antislavery Kinship, 1861 Chapter 2: Justifying Emancipation, 1862 Chapter 3: Trials of War, 1863 Chapter 4: Redemption, 1864–1865 Conclusion Notes Selected Bibliography Index

About the Author

William C. Kashatus, PhD, is a historian, educator, and writer. A product of and former teacher in Philadelphia's Quaker schools, his published works include ABC-CLIO's Harriet Tubman: A Biography.

Reviews

Although a specialized subject, this book can be read with profit by those whose primary interest is Lincoln or Quakers. Summing Up: Recommended. All levels/libraries.
*Choice*

Much of this book is valuable to the reader . . . an insightful volume.
*Pennsylvania Magazine of History and Biography*