It takes a good book to capture the attention of most men. Certainly, I am no different. I was so impressed by this book I had to write about it and share it with others. My hope is that this review on Killing Lincoln by Bill O’Reilly will inspire you to read it for yourself.
You will love this review of Killing Lincoln by Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard
Imagine writing a book on one of the darkest days in American history. Not exactly an uplifting story to tell. In addition, this story involves one of the most important and admired figures in America and the entire world.
How would you portray him? How would you capture his personality? Bill O’Reilly has done this perfectly. He masterfully tells the story of America in the 1860s. This book will leave you with a greater understanding of Lincoln’s life, the Civil War, and the chilling details surrounding his tragic death at the hands of his cowardly assassin.
This book will immerse you into the battlefields of the civil war, the various sites of Washington DC (including the White House) and the halls and backstages of Ford’s Theatre. It will leave you practically speed reading just to find out what happens next.
There were times in this book when I felt I was there in the moment. Perhaps that’s why I felt so invested. At times I felt heavy and sad as I was reading. Even though we all know the end to this story, the details, and the build-up are absolutely captivating.
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So you think you know this story? Well, trust me you don’t. This wasn’t taught in history class (at least not in mine). This is brilliant writing and research by two brilliant individuals – Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard.
A kind man, but fearless leader
Abraham Lincoln was one of a kind. He is a hero to many, myself included. My wife and I often talk about who we want to meet in heaven someday. Obviously, God the Creator and Christ the Savior are # 1, but after that Abraham Lincoln is at the top of my list.
Imagine sitting down with him over coffee. We would talk about the 1860s and what life was like in his White House. He would tell me about his childhood, his hobbies, his family and obviously his presidency.
This book will leave you a lover of history. You are going to want to learn more about this great nation we call America. There is so much to learn. Our history certainly doesn’t end at Lincoln, but this is one story that every American should know. And I haven’t seen or heard of anyone putting together a better overall account than this book – Killing Lincoln!
Some interesting facts about Abraham Lincoln according to history.com
Did you know in his youth Abraham Lincoln was a dominant wrestler? He was known to have incredible physical strength. In addition, he stood at 6′ 4″ and used his length and strength to neutralize his opponents. In roughly 300 hundred matches he was only defeated once and he even has his name in the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.
Another interesting fact is that Lincoln created the Secret Service. Eerily enough this was the same day of his assassination on April 14, 1865. You are going to learn more fascinating facts about the life of Abraham Lincoln while reading this masterpiece!
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