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Team of Rivals |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: do not take yourself too seriously
Comments: Whether this book is historically accurate or a wonderful fiction does not matter - it should be read by all politicians and potential leaders. The traits of the reported Lincoln are inspiring. Patient, humorous, humble and wise beyond mere intelligence Lincoln could have read all of the literature on performance management, emotional intelligence and systems management. He embodies the entire characteristic of Deming's "profound knowledge". Lincoln, as described, was not without personal ego, his wish to be well regarded after his passing bears its witness. His story is inspiring, he was serious however did not put himself 1st or take himself too seriously. A great story that with luck might be repeated in 2009. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: A Book for our Times
Comments: Read this book if you know anything at all about Abraham Lincoln, or little!! The author has crafted a rich, detailed perspective of a man for all seasons, an American for all times. Our country longs for the depth and breath of his wisdom as much now as during the slice of history in which he lived. honestly, this is nonfiction at its finest!! - Barbara Victoria |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: one of my favorites
Comments: Over the past several years, I have been trying to catch up on some of the American history that I should have learned as a youngster. However, in grade-school, these stories never seemed to come to life in the same way that they do while reading them today.
Several reviewers have commented that this book glosses over some of the hard edges and deep divides among Lincoln's team, and that may be true. However, that did not detract from this book for me. I wasn't looking for a deep analysis so-much as I was hoping to just gain a little insight into Lincoln as a man and as president; as I turned the last page of this book, I felt that I had learned a great deal more than I had anticipated, and enjoyed it all the while.
I have to admit to that these old eyes were a little bit more than "misty" while trying to read the closing pages of this book, and the abrupt ending really had me wondering how this story might have ended were not the main character stolen from us so early. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: A leader for All the Ages
Comments: Lincoln is probably the almost all significan not figure in American History not because of his political acumen though it is legend and not because he was a great general though he led us through our greatest historical trial - the Civil War. His greatness lies in the fact that he was big enough to see the American experiment for what is was - an experiment for the whole world and small enough to be able to communicate complex thought in language the average man could understand. Through these characteristics he engendered trust and admiration and yes - even loyalty not only from his supporters from his skeptics and enemies as well. If we are limited to a word to describe this historical giant it must be - Magnanimity. He was honestly a leader for all the ages.
Ms greatwin weaves what could have been a dry recounting of the facts of history into an incredible page turning tapestry revealing the chemistry of the events and historical opportunities of the day as they were catalyzed by personalities of Lincoln and his cabinet, the Team of Rivals.
Whatever you think about Mr Obama, he is our President elect and this book has influenced his political trajectory. He has asked for the Lincoln Bible to be the Bible used when he takes the oath of office. To know his mind this is required reading. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: team of rivals
Comments: This is definately a terrific book. can not help however think of the Obama campaign linking his unlikely rise to Lincoln. Great book for presidential history and civil war buffs. |
