How We Elected Lincoln: Personal Recollections of Lincoln and Men of His Time

Published in 1916, 'How We Elected Lincoln' by Abram J. Dittenhoefer provides personal recollections of Abraham Lincoln and the election campaigns of 1860 and 1864. The book offers insights into the political climate of the time, detailing Dittenhoefer's experiences as a campaigner for Lincoln and his reflections on the complexities of the Democratic Party in New York City. This historical account captures pivotal moments in Lincoln's rise to presidency and presents a unique perspective on the influential figures of the era.