Description

Presented in a lively, full-color graphic-novel style, history comes alive in this groundbreaking curriculum-based series, developed with special consideration for the high-low reader. From the content areas of American history, European history, and ancient history, readers will marvel at the conflicts, triumphs, struggles, and accomplishments of these key historical figures. Each title in the series includes historical background text, maps, primary source images, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. These titles are sure to be received warmly by students, teachers, and librarians alike. Abraham Lincoln rose from simple farm boy to president of the United States, guiding the nation and preserving the Union during its darkest hours. Follow Lincoln's rise from rail-splitter to emancipator in this action-packed graphic novel that gives your readers a behind-the-scenes look at how America's sixteenth president saved the young nation from self-destruction. Highlights include masterfully illustrated Civil War battle scenes.