Beautiful Feet Books: Abraham Lincoln's World

With her whimsical and informative illustrations and timelines Foster has magnificently captured a remarkable age and a remarkable man. Originally published in 1944, Foster earned her reputation by her masterful display of "horizontal history"—telling the story of world events in the geo-political sphere, while giving as much importance to advances in science, medicine, music, literature, and exploration. 

Thus, while Abe Lincoln was a boy romping the woods of Kentucky,