"Abraham Lincoln: The True Story of a Great Life. Volume 2" is the second part of a biographical book about the 16th president of the United States of America, written in 1889 by William Henry Herndon and Jesse William Wake. This book covers the events of the second half of Lincoln's life, beginning with his political activities and ending with the presidential administration during the Civil War. The authors consider in detail the key stages of Lincoln's career, his views and decisions, which formed the image of a great leader. This book is a source of many important facts and analyzes that help to better understand the character of Abraham Lincoln and his contribution to world history."