A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents is a comprehensive and invaluable resource that documents the evolution of American politics and government over time. With a focus on Abraham Lincoln, Richardson provides a fascinating look into the inner workings of one of America's most iconic presidents, highlighting the challenges, successes, and failures that defined his presidency. This collection is a must-read for anyone interested in American history and politics. 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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.