Hello from the newbie

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(10-20-2013 09:01 AM)Angela Wrote:  I don’t know if it is customary to make an introduction post but since I didn’t want to hijack the thread about the Lincoln Papers, here, as answer to Eva’s questions and a hello from the newbie, a few things about me.

I am a newbie not only to this forum but Civil-War- and Lincoln-history as well. During a trip to Washington last year I learned that there is not that much to learn about George Washington (my original goal) but everybody I encountered directed me towards Lincoln. That’s how I became hooked.

Most fascinating thing? His common sense – the way this man was able to break down complicated political issues so that everybody (including me) could get a hold of his ideas is simply not from this world.

Eva mentioned that it is rather difficult for us in Germany to obtain good reading material and I would like to agree. As long as one hasn’t done intensive studying, there is no way for us to distinguish between good and bad. Doesn’t matter if one uses the German or the US amazon store.
The German store hardly has anything at all and the US store has SO much – it is quite difficult to make a smart selection. Especially since Lincoln still polarizes so much that even the reviews can be an easy trap and lead one into a wrong direction when searching for a good book.

This is why this forum - and Roger's website in general - is like a goldmine for people like me. Thanks for setting it up and also for allowing me to participate!

Hello Angela,
Welcome!
I too, became interested in Abraham Lincoln, after a short trip to Washington D.C. (visiting the country's capital, and seeing our history, up close, does something to you, doesn't it?) This trip was made about 10 years ago. I had already taken an interest in George Washington, and read some very good books about him. (Washington: The Indispensable Man - is a favorite of mine.)
Overall, I have been fascinated by the men (and hopefully, soon, women) that have held the position of President of the United States of America.
All the best, Angela, and enjoy the symposium and the wonderful, wealth of knowledge, which the many members possess.

Karin