Team of Rivals
By Doris Kearns Goodwin
The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln. Simon & Schuster, 2005.
Summary of Team of Rivals book by Doris Kearns Goodwin
An insightful and detailed account of Abraham Lincoln’s political life and the team of rivals he worked closely with to form a government, fighting to end slavery, navigate the Civil War, and rebuild a torn country.
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What do you get from this book? Learn how Abraham Lincoln combined compassion, knowledge, and teamwork
Abraham Lincoln’s early life was full of hardship and sorrow, but he emerged with emotional strength and ambition
Lincoln’s political persona was characterized by powerful words and a strong anti-slavery stance that drew national attention
Lincoln helped bring together the new republican party, which was united against the spread of slavery
Lincoln was up against three experienced candidates in the 1860 race to be the Republican nominee for president
After he won the election, Lincoln and his rivals put aside their differences to work together for the common good
Lincoln’s family played a large role in his life, keeping him balanced and encouraging his compassion for others
Bloody conflict between North and South was looming; Lincoln’s election pushed tensions over the edge
During the Civil War Lincoln and his team faced ongoing crises, culminating in the continued practice of slavery
The Emancipation Proclamation was the result of strategic confidence and was announced following a Union victory in September 1862
Union General Grant’s leadership turned the tide of the war—Lincoln was determined to end the soldiers’ suffering
Lincoln secured reelection in 1864, passed the Thirteenth Amendment, and led the Union to victory in April 1865
American history was changed forever by Lincoln’s lasting legacy, but his life was cut short
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- Politicians
- managers and team leaders
- history students
- anyone interested in Abraham Lincoln’s legacy
About the author of Team of Rivals
Doris Kearns Goodwin
Doris Kearns Goodwin is a Pulitzer Prize–winning writer and bestselling author of multiple non-fiction books on notable historical figures. She has worked as a professor of government and American history at Harvard University.
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