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The ten volume account Abraham: Lincoln A History was authored by Lincoln’s personal secretaries, John Nicolay and John Hay during his presidency, and is one of the first detailed and thorough accounts of Lincoln’s life. Nicolay and Hay received Lincoln’s blessing to compose a biography while he was in office and as his secretaries were able to pull material from personal letters, journal entries and personal experiences.
We sold an Abraham Lincoln A History 1890 first edition set for $1,500 at auction. Please see lot details below.
Important Set of Books on President Lincoln — Ten Volume “History” by Lincoln’s Secretaries John Hay & John Nicolay
“Abraham Lincoln: A History” by John G. Nicolay and John Hay. The Century Company: New York: 1890 first edition set. These ten hardcover volumes are in unusually good condition in their original pine green bindings, with gilt lettering and top edges gilt. Volumes are illustrated with Mathew Brady photographs and over 300 wood-engraved images by the foremost engravers of the 19th century including Timothy Cole. Some light shelf wear, but overall in very good to near fine condition. A very attractive set for a library. Sold for $1,500.
