Lincoln in Caricature
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"Lincoln in Caricature" is an exploration of the life and political career of Abraham Lincoln through the prism of caricatures and humorous depictions. Author Rufus Rockwell Wilson offers a unique look at the iconic figure of the American president through the reflection of his image in the publications of the time. The book draws on a wealth of material from newspaper, magazine and illustration collections of the period, revealing not only the depth of society's satirical view of Lincoln, but also its influence on the cultural stereotypes of the time. "Lincoln in Caricature" opens new layers of understanding and perception of historical figures to the reader through a non-standard approach to the analysis of graphic sources.
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Data sheet
- Name of the Author
- Rufus Rockwell Wilson
- Language
- English
- Release date
- 2014-03-07
- Title
- Lincoln in Caricature
- Subject
- E456
Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Caricatures and cartoons
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