Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Format
ePUB
Kopierschutz
Ja
Family Sharing
Nein
Text-to-Speech
Ja
Erscheinungsdatum
11.12.2023
Verlag
True Sign Publishing HouseSeitenzahl
(Printausgabe)
Dateigröße
238 KB
Sprache
Englisch
EAN
9789359880686
"Why Lincoln Laughed" is a book that explores a lesser-known facet of one of America's most revered presidents, Abraham Lincoln: his sense of humor. The book, written by Russell Herman Conwell, illustrates through various anecdotes and stories how Lincoln's wit and laughter served as a coping mechanism and a strategic tool throughout his presidency and personal life.
Lincoln's humor was often self-deprecating, a reflection of his humility and a means to connect with people from all walks of life. The anecdotes showcase how he used humor to defuse tension, soften his critics, and convey his points more effectively. These stories also offer insight into his compassion, wisdom, and the way he dealt with the immense pressures of leading a nation through the Civil War.
Conwell's collection of tales not only humanizes the historical figure but also serves as a historical account of Lincoln's leadership style, demonstrating the power of humor in leadership and politics. Lincoln's laughter was, as Conwell portrays, a beacon of hope and humanity during one of the darkest periods in American history.
Lincoln's humor was often self-deprecating, a reflection of his humility and a means to connect with people from all walks of life. The anecdotes showcase how he used humor to defuse tension, soften his critics, and convey his points more effectively. These stories also offer insight into his compassion, wisdom, and the way he dealt with the immense pressures of leading a nation through the Civil War.
Conwell's collection of tales not only humanizes the historical figure but also serves as a historical account of Lincoln's leadership style, demonstrating the power of humor in leadership and politics. Lincoln's laughter was, as Conwell portrays, a beacon of hope and humanity during one of the darkest periods in American history.
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