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Though he would later achieve widespread acclaim as a popular minister and writer, when he was a young man serving in the Union army, Russell Conwell had a chance encounter with then-President Lincoln. Over the course of their conversation, Conwell was able to gain a great deal... Read Full Overview

Reproduction of the original: Why Lincoln laughed by Russell H. Conwell

Reproduction of the original: Why Lincoln laughed by Russell H. Conwell

One who lived in Lincoln's time, and who has read the thousand books they say have been written about him in the half century since his death, may still be dissatisfied with every description of his personality and with every analysis of his character. He was human, and yet in... Read Full Overview

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""Why Lincoln Laughed"" is a book written by Russell H. Conwell that explores the humor and wit of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States. The author delves into Lincoln's life and personality, revealing how his sense of humor helped him navigate through difficult... Read Full Overview

""Why Lincoln Laughed"" is a book written by Russell H. Conwell that explores the humorous side of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States. The book delves into Lincoln's wit, his love for storytelling, and his ability to use humor to diffuse tense situations... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

"Why Lincoln Laughed" from Russell Herman Conwell. American Baptist minister, orator, philanthropist, lawyer, and writer (1843 - 1925).