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Team of Rivals The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln for sale

Author : Doris Kearns Goodwin
Publisher : Simon Schuster Audio
Publication Date : 2005 10 25

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I read this book for a graduate organizational theory class It was a thoroughly enjoyable read however I would advise not choosing it if you are taking two other classes at the same time as well as being a mother and working full time I was VERY busy The book itself is terrific whatever you learned about Lincoln in school was nothing You will gain insight into one of the most brilliant minds of recent times A master politician who always remained true to himself and his convictions it will also give you food for thought as to how you conduct yourself professionally as well as socially There is nothing not to love about this book
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Received item in a very timely manner would certainly recommend this seller to others keep up the good work God s blessings and prosperity to you
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Doris Kearns Goodwin has shown again why she is one of the greatest historians of this generation I understand the scandals that have arisen about possible plagiarism but Kearns Goodwin writes great history In this book she not only gives detailed stories of the lives of these great men and their families She also probes the motivation of the men who are the characters in the book and the issues that controlled the political climate of the period from 1840 to 1860
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