Quote:BettyO that's cool to read why you're so interested in the assassination of Lincoln. I always like to know the 'whys' out of curiosity. (:

We have such a diversified group here, LadyAnn - that's what makes us so good.... Like my wonderful mentor, Mr. James O. Hall once said, "When the assassination bug bites you, it never lets up!"

He was so right!

....Thanks for the kudos, Linda!

How right he was! The "bug" bit me when I was a child of about eight. But I became fascinated with the Lincolns(Abe and Mary)and their relationship after reading Irving Stone's "Love Is Eternal" when I was thirteen.

Since then, I have read about everything I could get my hands on concerning them.

I didn't realize everyone would be so diverse, but, hey, that is awesome and, yes, that would be what makes everyone so good. (: For me, I haven't found any specific aspect of Lincoln or his life I'd like to study and focus on. I'm wanting to learn about every aspect of his life, try to cover everything as much as I can. (: That's what I'm aiming for, anyways! haha

LadyAnn,
I think you will enjoy what you read on this site. The people on it are full of knowledge and great to talk to! Enjoy!!

Welcome aboard LadyAnn.

I, too, say welcome, LadyAnn!

Thank you for the warm welcomes CJSchoonover, brtmchl and Eva! I am already enjoying it here and have learned a few things. (: I am trying to think up of questions to ask. :D

As for where to start, I LOVED what Kieran wrote here in post #14 (missed to remark it then, so I do now) as the same happened to me and still goes for me:
http://rogerjnorton.com/LincolnDiscussio...l#pid34330

"Many times one hears “What book would you recommend that I read about Abraham Lincoln?” I frequently say “Pick up any book on Lincoln and start there.” Each and every book on Lincoln leads to others. I find every stage of his life so interesting and multi-layered. Once you dive in you just keep swimming."

I'm not sure where to start either, but I've got some books on Lincoln.

Here's a list of what I've got:

The Collected Works by Abraham Lincoln 9 Volumes
A. Lincoln (biography)
Lincoln (biography)
Lincoln Legends
Lincoln in Photographs
Rise to Greatness
Faith and Courage
Father Abraham
Killing Lincoln
Tried by War
Picturing Lincoln
Lincoln’s Melancholy
The Psychic Life of Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln’s Virtues
Lincoln’s Greatest Speeches
Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln
101 Things you didn’t know about Abraham Lincoln
Leadership Lessons by Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln in the World
Lincoln’s Battle with God
Team of Rivals
The Battles that made Abraham Lincoln
Most Frequently Asked Questions about Abraham Lincoln
House of Abraham
Lincoln’s Men
Lincoln Heritage Trail Cook Book (contains things Lincoln liked to eat)

Here's magazines:

Missouri Life (article about the women Lincoln dated)
Abraham Lincoln (Life’s special magazine solely about Lincoln)

The book Lincoln's Men I just came home with. haha I think I wanna start on the biography to have a general grasp of him then go from there. (: This book collection has been building since a year or two ago. I try to buy books that differ from the others. For short, don't like to buy two of the same books that talk about the same thing about Lincoln. Anyways, I tend to buy them and not read them... working on that though! However, I have read one; the Lincoln in Photographs and it was so awesome!

Which biographies (written by whom) are those? I "envy" (not a feeling I'm actually familiar with) you a little for the "Collected Works"...However, my experience - I've never ended up disappointed with a book recommended here, so if you are unsure as for what to buy I recommend to ask forum members!

"A. Lincoln" is written by Ronald C. White, Jr. and "Lincoln" is written by David Herbert Donald.

That "Collected Works" cost me a bit. haha But when I want a book, I always do my shopping with Amazon and a magazine called Bargain Books.

Thanks for the recommendation! With how many I need to read I'll probably ask which one to read first. ;)

LadyAnn...I've been remiss...a big WELCOME from me! I hope you will have as much fun here as I have-

Brooke, another one to consider is a book written by one of our own forum members. 100 Essential Lincoln Books (2003) by Mike Burkhimer is an excellent source for finding the best books. It is very helpful in pointing a person in the right direction regarding the very top books on all aspects of Lincoln's life from cradle to grave.

(07-07-2014 09:11 PM)LincolnToddFan Wrote:  How right he was! The "bug" bit me when I was a child of about eight. But I became fascinated with the Lincolns(Abe and Mary)and their relationship after reading Irving Stone's "Love Is Eternal" when I was thirteen.

Toia, I read that book many, many years ago. I remember Stone's description (if it's accurate) of Robert's eye operation for strabismus was downright frightening.

(07-10-2014 11:28 AM)RJNorton Wrote:  

(07-07-2014 09:11 PM)LincolnToddFan Wrote:  How right he was! The "bug" bit me when I was a child of about eight. But I became fascinated with the Lincolns(Abe and Mary)and their relationship after reading Irving Stone's "Love Is Eternal" when I was thirteen.

Toia, I read that book many, many years ago. I remember Stone's description (if it's accurate) of Robert's eye operation for strabismus was downright frightening.

Roger-

We think so much alike it's a little scary LOL! I still cringe when I remember that...no wonder poor Robert grew up with so many "issues"!