The Fiery Trial

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Abraham Lincoln and American Slavery

By Eric Foner

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The Fiery Trial by Eric Foner explores Abraham Lincoln's journey and evolving stance on slavery throughout his political career. The book delves into how Lincoln's personal beliefs, political pressures, and crucial historical events shaped his views and ultimately led to the Emancipation Proclamation. Foner presents a comprehensive analysis of Lincoln's transformation amid the turbulent sociopolitical landscape of his time.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in exploring the evolution of Abraham Lincoln's views on slavery and the political, social, and moral challenges he faced in striving to unite a nation divided by this critical issue. Eric Foner’s insightful examination provides a nuanced understanding of Lincoln’s leadership during a transformative era in American history.

The Fiery Trial

“A masterwork [by] the preeminent historian of the Civil War era.”—Boston Globe

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The Fiery Trial was selected as a Notable Book of the Year by the New York Times Book Review. This landmark work provides a definitive account of Lincoln's lifelong engagement with the nation's critical issue: American slavery.

A master historian, Eric Foner draws both Lincoln and the broader history of the period into perfect balance. We see Lincoln, a pragmatic politician grounded in principle, deftly navigating the dynamic politics of antislavery, secession, and civil war.

Lincoln's greatness emerges from his capacity for moral and political growth.

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The Fiery Trial by Eric Foner is widely praised for its original and insightful analysis of Abraham Lincoln's evolving views on slavery. Reviewers highlight the book's balanced and profound examination of Lincoln's journey and its broader implications for American freedom. Esteemed historians commend it for offering fresh perspectives on Lincoln's character and political decisions, making it an essential read for those interested in understanding American history and slavery.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780393340662

Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 January 2012

Country: United States

Imprint: WW Norton & Co

Illustration: 16 pages of black-and-white illustrations; 3 maps

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 357g

Pages: 448

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American & Canadian History Eric Foner History & Military Non-Fiction

About the Author

Eric Foner's indelible works include the landmark history, Reconstruction: America’s Unfinished Revolution; a bestselling study of Lincoln and slavery, The Fiery Trial, winner of the Pulitzer, Bancroft, and Lincoln Prizes; and an influential history of the Reconstruction amendments, The Second Founding. The DeWitt Clinton Professor Emeritus of History at Columbia University, Foner continues to write frequently for The Nation and other publications.