More on Mrs. Lincoln's [non] faux pas

[L Verge]

In dealing with some very impressive leaders in the Lincoln field, I have learned that a certain professor is more of a polarizing character in Lincoln/academic studies. Some laud his work, but there are quite a few others who - while recognizing his research skills - do not agree with the historical conclusions that he puts forth. I think we should read ALL reviews of an author's work before bestowing icon status and also judge all authors by similar standards in order to separate the wheat from the chaff (is that how you spell that word?).