Don't Know Much About Abraham Lincoln
Sale price
$474
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2004 · Est. 3.5 hour read

Don't Know Much About Abraham Lincoln

By Kenneth C. Davis, Rob Shepperson (Illustrator)

Part of the Don't Know Much About series

A self-taught boy rises to lead a nation divided by war.

3.8/5 Goodreads · 11 ratings
144 pages· 25,664 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
$4.99Save 5%

In stock. Also at Amazon.

Bookroo's summary

Discover the journey of a self-educated boy from Kentucky who becomes president during a nation's darkest hour. As the Civil War rages, he faces the monumental task of preserving the Union and ending slavery. Why did he nearly duel, and who suggested his iconic beard? This biography, rich with maps and illustrations, delves into the life of Abraham Lincoln, capturing his struggles and triumphs. Uncover the questions that shaped his legacy and the turbulent era he navigated.

From the publisher

Was Abraham Lincoln born in a log cabin? Why did he nearly fight a duel? Who suggested that Lincoln grow a beard? Best-selling author Kenneth C. Davis tells the remarkable story of a poor, self-educated boy from Kentucky who became president of a country soon torn by war. In this outstanding biography, Davis weaves a smooth, flowing narrative into his trademark question-and-answer format, peppering the text with informational sidebars and compelling quotes. Maps, reproductions from the period, and striking black-and-white illustrations by Rob Shepperson help capture Lincoln’ s character and the fervor of the Civil War era.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
144
Words
25,664
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
~1121L
Themes & topics
Books about AmericaBooks about Abraham LincolnBooks about US PresidentsBooks about politicsBooks about 19th century
For readers who can't stop at one

The next favorite is already out there.

Age-appropriate books selected to help their love of reading grow, delivered right to their door.

Find their book club
Bookroo club box with books for growing readers
The author

More from Kenneth C. Davis

Explore Kenneth's bookshelf
Kelsey Green, Reading Queen
#1 in Series
Sale price
$1199

Kelsey Green, Reading Queen

Ages 7–9 · 2012
The series

The Don't Know Much About series

See the whole series

Don't Know Much About George Washington

Ages 8–12 · 2003
Sale price
$499

Don't Know Much About Sitting Bull

Ages 8–12 · 2003

Don't Know Much About Rosa Parks

Ages 8–12 · 2005

Don't Know Much About Thomas Jefferson

Ages 9–12 · 2005
Your next read

Books that feel like this one

See all similar books

Lincoln

Ages 10–12 · 1987

Muhammad Ali

Ages 8–11 · 2005

Brave. Black. First.

Ages 8–11 · 2020

Stuart Little

Ages 7–11 · 1945

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Ages 7–11 · 1964

From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler

Ages 8–12 · 1967

Sideways Stories from Wayside School

Ages 7–11 · 1978

The World According to Humphrey

Ages 7–10 · 2004
The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
8
F&P level
~Z
AR points
5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
77100
Publication
Published
January 1, 2004
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780064421270

Surprise a reader with their next favorite book.

Spotted a mistake or something missing? Improve this page.

Are you the author or illustrator? Claim your book.

Top contributors: Literary Leslie

Bookroo

Book Clubs

Follow Bookroo