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Six Months at the White House with Abraham Lincoln: The Story of a Picture

Francis Bicknell Carpenter

Six Months at the White House with Abraham Lincoln: The Story of a Picture

Six Months at the White House with Abraham Lincoln: The Story of a Picture

Francis Bicknell Carpenter

Published in 1866, 'Six Months at the White House with Abraham Lincoln' is a memoir by painter Francis Bicknell Carpenter, detailing his experiences while painting Lincoln's portrait from February to July 1864. Carpenter provides firsthand observations of Lincoln's interactions with his Cabinet, his family, and the public, capturing the complexities of his character during a tumultuous period in American history. The book offers a unique glimpse into the life of Lincoln as he navigated the Civil War, making it a significant historical document.

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