This book is a study of the controversy surrounding the paternity of Abraham Lincoln, one of America's most iconic figures. The author, William Eleazar Barton, examines the evidence for and against the theory that Lincoln was illegitimate, and explores the impact of this controversy on Lincoln's reputation and legacy. The book is a fascinating exploration of a little-known aspect of Lincoln's life, and sheds new light on his character and achievements. 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.