Items related to Lincoln Unbound: How an Ambitious Young Railsplitter...

Lincoln Unbound: How an Ambitious Young Railsplitter Saved the American Dream - and How We Can Do It Again - Hardcover

 
9780062123787: Lincoln Unbound: How an Ambitious Young Railsplitter Saved the American Dream - and How We Can Do It Again
View all copies of this ISBN edition:
 
 
Lincoln Unbound is a thoughtful mix of history and politics from Rich Lowry, the New York Times bestselling author and editor of National Review, which traces Abraham Lincoln's ambitious climb from provincial upstart to political powerhouse.Revered across the political spectrum, President Lincoln believed in a small but active government in a nation defined by aspiration. He embraced the market and the amazing transportation and communications revolutions beginning to take hold. He helped give birth to the modern industrial economy.Abraham Lincoln's vision of an upwardly mobile society that rewards and supports individual striving was wondrously realized. Now, it is under threat. To meet these challenges, conservative columnist Rich Lowry draws us back to the lessons of Lincoln. It is imperative, he argues, to preserve a fluid economy that makes it possible for individuals to thrive and live the American dream.

"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.

Review:
"A gem: powerfully argued, beautifully written, and both politically and historically illuminating. Lowry makes an impassioned case for a contemporary Republican renewal on truly Lincolnian lines."--Charles Krauthammer, nationally syndicated columnist and Fox News contributor

"In this important book, Rich Lowry explains how the president's opposition to slavery was closely intertwined with his belief in economic freedom. Lowry's book reminds us that the ultimate basis for economic freedom is moral: It honors the dignity owed to every person, regardless of skin color or social condition."--Paul Ryan

"This book is essential for understanding why Lincoln's convictions and ambitions are vitally relevant for conservatives today."--Bill Bennett, author of America: The Last Best Hope

"We live today, Rich Lowry writes, in a "Lincolnian republic." Lowry explains what that means through a fascinating exploration of some of the less well known aspects of LIncoln's life and thought. In recapturing the "essential Lincoln," Lowry helps us think about what's essential to the promise of America."--William Kristol, Editor of The Weekly Standard

"We live today, Rich Lowry writes, in a 'Lincolnian republic.' Lowry explains what that means through a fascinating exploration of some of the less well known aspects of LIncoln's life and thought. In recapturing the 'essential Lincoln, ' Lowry helps us think about what's essential to the promise of America."--William Kristol, editor of The Weekly Standard

"In this briskly written, persuasive study, Rich Lowry rescues Lincoln from misguided attempts to portray him as a proto-progressive."--Michael Burlingame, author of Abraham Lincoln: A Life

A gem: powerfully argued, beautifully written, and both politically and historically illuminating. Lowry makes an impassioned case for a contemporary Republican renewal on truly Lincolnian lines. --Charles Krauthammer, nationally syndicated columnist and Fox News contributor"

In this important book, Rich Lowry explains how the president s opposition to slavery was closely intertwined with his belief in economic freedom. Lowry s book reminds us that the ultimate basis for economic freedom is moral: It honors the dignity owed to every person, regardless of skin color or social condition. --Paul Ryan"

We live today, Rich Lowry writes, in a Lincolnian republic. Lowry explains what that means through a fascinating exploration of some of the less well known aspects of LIncoln s life and thought. In recapturing the essential Lincoln, Lowry helps us think about what s essential to the promise of America. --William Kristol, editor of The Weekly Standard"

In this briskly written, persuasive study, Rich Lowry rescues Lincoln from misguided attempts to portray him as a proto-progressive. --Michael Burlingame, author of Abraham Lincoln: A Life"
From the Back Cover:

In this thoughtful mix of history and politics, the New York Times bestselling author and editor of National Review--the conservative bible founded by William F. Buckley, Jr.--traces Abraham Lincoln's ambitious climb from provincial upstart to political powerhouse and calls for a renewal of the Lincoln ethic of relentless striving.

Revered today across the political spectrum, Abraham Lincoln believed in a small but active government in a nation defined by aspiration. Fired by an indomitable ambition from a young age, the man who would be immortalized as the "railsplitter" never wanted to earn his living with an ax. He educated himself in a frontier environment characterized by mind-numbing labor and then turned his back on that world. All his life, he preached a gospel of work and discipline toward the all-important ends of self-improvement and individual advancement. As a Whig and then a Republican, he worked to smash the rural backwardness in which he was raised and the Southern plantation economy that depended on human bondage.

Both were unacceptably stultifying of human potential. In short, Lincoln lived the American Dream and succeeded in opening a way to it for others. He saw in the nation's founding documents the unchanging foundation of an endlessly dynamic society. He embraced the market and the amazing transportation and communications revolutions beginning to take hold. He helped give birth to the modern industrial economy that arose before the Civil War and that took off after it.

His vision of an upwardly mobile society that rewards and supports individual striving was wondrously realized. Now it is under threat. Economic stagnation and social breakdown are undermining mobility and the American way. To meet these challenges, Rich Lowry draws us back to the lessons of Lincoln. It is imperative, he argues, to preserve a fluid economy and the bourgeois virtues that make it possible for individuals to thrive within it.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

  • PublisherBroadside Books
  • Publication date2013
  • ISBN 10 0062123785
  • ISBN 13 9780062123787
  • BindingHardcover
  • Number of pages271
  • Rating

Other Popular Editions of the Same Title

9780062123794: Lincoln Unbound: How an Ambitious Young Railsplitter Saved the American Dream---and How We Can Do It Again

Featured Edition

ISBN 10:  0062123793 ISBN 13:  9780062123794
Publisher: Broadside Books, 2014
Softcover

Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace

Stock Image

Lowry, Rich
Published by Broadside Books (2013)
ISBN 10: 0062123785 ISBN 13: 9780062123787
New Hardcover First Edition Quantity: 1
Seller:
I Cannot Live Without Books (ABA)
(West Dennis, MA, U.S.A.)

Book Description Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. 1st Edition. THERE IS A BLACK "CLOSEOUT/REMAINDER" MARK ON THE BOTTOM PAGE EDGES. Revered today across the political spectrum, Abraham Lincoln believed in a small but active government in a nation defined by aspiration. Fired by an indomitable ambition from a young age, the man who would be immortalized as the "railsplitter" never wanted to earn his living with an ax. He educated himself in a frontier environment characterized by mind-numbing labor and then turned his back on that world. All his life he preached a gospel of work and discipline toward the all-important ends of self-improvement and individual advancement. As a Whig and then a Republican, he worked to smash the rural backwardness in which he was raised and the Southern plantation economy that depended on human bondage. Both were unacceptably stultifying of human potential. In short, Lincoln lived the American Dream and succeeded in opening a way to it for others. He saw in the nation's founding documents the unchanging foundation of an endlessly dynamic society. He embraced the market and the amazing transportation and communications revolutions beginning to take hold. He helped give birth to the modern industrial economy that arose before the Civil War and took off after it. His vision of an upwardly mobile society that rewards and supports individual striving was wondrously realized. Now it is under threat. Economic stagnation and social breakdown are undermining mobility and the American way.To meet these challenges, Rich Lowry draws us back to the lessons of Lincoln. It is imperative, he argues, to preserve a fluid economy and the bourgeois virtues that make it possible for individuals to thrive within it. THERE IS A BLACK "CLOSEOUT/REMAINDER" MARK ON THE BOTTOM PAGE EDGES. Seller Inventory # 000856

More information about this seller | Contact seller

Buy New
£ 9.87
Convert currency

Add to Basket

Shipping: £ 3.19
Within U.S.A.
Destination, rates & speeds
Stock Image

Lowry, Rich
Published by Broadside Books (2013)
ISBN 10: 0062123785 ISBN 13: 9780062123787
New Hardcover Quantity: 1
Seller:
Books Unplugged
(Amherst, NY, U.S.A.)

Book Description Condition: New. Buy with confidence! Book is in new, never-used condition 0.85. Seller Inventory # bk0062123785xvz189zvxnew

More information about this seller | Contact seller

Buy New
£ 13.14
Convert currency

Add to Basket

Shipping: FREE
Within U.S.A.
Destination, rates & speeds
Stock Image

Lowry, Rich
Published by Broadside Books (2013)
ISBN 10: 0062123785 ISBN 13: 9780062123787
New Hardcover Quantity: 1
Seller:
Book Deals
(Tucson, AZ, U.S.A.)

Book Description Condition: New. New! This book is in the same immaculate condition as when it was published 0.85. Seller Inventory # 353-0062123785-new

More information about this seller | Contact seller

Buy New
£ 14.36
Convert currency

Add to Basket

Shipping: FREE
Within U.S.A.
Destination, rates & speeds
Stock Image

Lowry, Rich
Published by Broadside Books, New York (2013)
ISBN 10: 0062123785 ISBN 13: 9780062123787
New Hardcover First Edition Quantity: 1
Seller:
Booklover's Treasures
(Foxboro, MA, U.S.A.)

Book Description Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. 1st Edition. "In this important book, Rich Lowry explains how Lincoln's opposition to slavery was closely interwined with his belief in economic freedom. Lowry's book reminds us that the ultimate basis for economic freedom is moral: It honors the dignity owed to every person, regardless of skin color or social condition." - Paul Ryan Notes. t Edition. First printing with full number line. New hardcover with a new, mylar covered, unclipped dust jacket. Seller Inventory # 000798

More information about this seller | Contact seller

Buy New
£ 9.62
Convert currency

Add to Basket

Shipping: £ 4.79
Within U.S.A.
Destination, rates & speeds
Stock Image

Lowry, Rich
Published by Broadside Books (2013)
ISBN 10: 0062123785 ISBN 13: 9780062123787
New Hardcover Quantity: 1
Seller:
Big Bill's Books
(Wimberley, TX, U.S.A.)

Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. Brand New Copy. Seller Inventory # BBB_new0062123785

More information about this seller | Contact seller

Buy New
£ 17.57
Convert currency

Add to Basket

Shipping: £ 2.40
Within U.S.A.
Destination, rates & speeds
Stock Image

Lowry, Rich
Published by Broadside Books (2013)
ISBN 10: 0062123785 ISBN 13: 9780062123787
New Hardcover Quantity: 1
Seller:
GoldenWavesOfBooks
(Fayetteville, TX, U.S.A.)

Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. New. Fast Shipping and good customer service. Seller Inventory # Holz_New_0062123785

More information about this seller | Contact seller

Buy New
£ 17.63
Convert currency

Add to Basket

Shipping: £ 3.19
Within U.S.A.
Destination, rates & speeds
Stock Image

Lowry, Rich
Published by Broadside Books (2013)
ISBN 10: 0062123785 ISBN 13: 9780062123787
New Hardcover First Edition Signed Quantity: 1
Seller:
Vintage Books and Fine Art
(Oxford, MD, U.S.A.)

Book Description Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. First Edition. Very nice 1st Edition, signed by author on front end paper. Square Tight Binding. Clean interior. Dust jacket Fine. Presents handsomely in archival mylar. A superior edition. Signed. Seller Inventory # 14753

More information about this seller | Contact seller

Buy New
£ 20.56
Convert currency

Add to Basket

Shipping: £ 5.55
Within U.S.A.
Destination, rates & speeds
Stock Image

Lowry, Rich
Published by Broadside Books (2013)
ISBN 10: 0062123785 ISBN 13: 9780062123787
New Hardcover Quantity: 1
Seller:
GoldBooks
(Denver, CO, U.S.A.)

Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed. Seller Inventory # think0062123785

More information about this seller | Contact seller

Buy New
£ 23.48
Convert currency

Add to Basket

Shipping: £ 3.39
Within U.S.A.
Destination, rates & speeds
Stock Image

Lowry, Rich
Published by Broadside Books (2013)
ISBN 10: 0062123785 ISBN 13: 9780062123787
New Hardcover Quantity: 1
Seller:
Front Cover Books
(Denver, CO, U.S.A.)

Book Description Condition: new. Seller Inventory # FrontCover0062123785

More information about this seller | Contact seller

Buy New
£ 24.43
Convert currency

Add to Basket

Shipping: £ 3.43
Within U.S.A.
Destination, rates & speeds
Stock Image

Lowry, Richard
Published by Broadside Books (2013)
ISBN 10: 0062123785 ISBN 13: 9780062123787
New Hardcover Quantity: 1
Seller:
Revaluation Books
(Exeter, United Kingdom)

Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 288 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.89 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # 0062123785

More information about this seller | Contact seller

Buy New
£ 33.11
Convert currency

Add to Basket

Shipping: £ 10
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Destination, rates & speeds

There are more copies of this book

View all search results for this book