An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List
Abraham Lincoln: A Life
Author: Michael Burlingame
Referenced in 2 episodes
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August 13, 2025
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Referenced as 'this book that I've mentioned a few times, brilliant biography' when discussing Lincoln's character and personality. The speaker quotes Burlingame's assessment of Lincoln's rare combination of political skills and personal qualities.
August 10, 2025
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Referenced as Lincoln's biographer who wrote an approximately 10,000-page biography that was so long parts were cut and put online. Described as covering Lincoln's life in extensive detail.