Ida M. Tarbell, A REPORTER FOR (ABRAHAM) LINCOLN, STORY OF HENRY E. WING, 1927

Description: A Reporter for Lincoln, The Story of Henry E. Wing, Soldier and Newspaperman by Ida M. Tarbell. First Edition (same date on title and copyright pages with no additional printings listed). New York: The Macmillan Company 1927. The dust wrapper has a few chips and closed tears (see pics) otherwise the DJ is complete and in near very good condition. The volume has some minor soiling and wear on the covers and there is a previous owner signature on the front free end page, otherwise the volume is in Very Good condition. The hinges and binding are tight. All pages are present and are clean and crisp. 78 pages. Ida M. Tarbell is best noted as being one of the original muckrakers because of her book, The History of the Standard Oil Company, which played a role in helping to shut down the Standard Oil monopoly. She is also recognized for the Life of Abraham Lincoln. This volume is the story of the adventures of Henry E. Wing, cub reporter for the New York Tribune in the last year of the Civil War, his account of his experiences and close relationship with Abraham Lincoln. It is based on his own letters and writings, supplemented by his many conversations with the author in the last year of his life. Media Mail shipping included in the purchase price. Shipping outside the U.S.A. at cost. If you have any questions about this book, please ask. Thanks. David White

Price: 25 USD

Location: Ishpeming, Michigan

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