The Life and Times of Abraham Lincoln and the U.S. Civil War

"In this history-in-a-thimble series, Kirkman balances brevity with substance. The history of each era is described by honing in on the role of a key individual during that time. Each title opens with background information that provides readers with an understanding of why and how the featured event came to be. . . .These brief backstories segue easily into the topic events and individuals. . . .Across the board, the layout is attractive and the content is well-organized and concisely written."