Nancy Hanks

Nancy Hanks: The Story Of Abraham Lincoln�������s Mother is a biography written by Caroline Hanks Hitchcock that delves into the life of Nancy Hanks, the mother of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. The book provides a detailed account of Nancy's life from her birth in Virginia to her untimely death when Abraham was only nine years old. Hitchcock paints a vivid picture of Nancy's childhood, her marriage to Thomas Lincoln, and the challenges she faced as a mother in the harsh wilderness of Kentucky. The book also explores the myths and legends surrounding Nancy's life, including her alleged illegitimacy and her supposed relationship with Abraham Enloe. Through extensive research and interviews with Nancy's descendants, Hitchcock provides a balanced and nuanced portrayal of this often-overlooked historical figure. The book also examines the impact that Nancy's life and death had on her son, Abraham, and how it shaped his character and leadership style. Overall, Nancy Hanks: The Story Of Abraham Lincoln�������s Mother is a fascinating and informative read that sheds light on the life of an important but often overlooked figure in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.