How Long to Read Jefferson, Lincoln, and the Unfinished Work of the Nation

How Long Does it Take to Read Jefferson, Lincoln, and the Unfinished Work of the Nation?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 51 minutes to read Jefferson, Lincoln, and the Unfinished Work of the Nation by Ronald L. Hatzenbuehler

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Although the nation changed substantially between the presidential terms of Thomas Jefferson and Abraham Lincoln, these two leaders shared common interests and held remarkably similar opinions on many important issues. In Jefferson, Lincoln, and the Unfinished Work of the Nation, Ronald L. Hatzenbuehler describes the views of two of our nation’s greatest presidents and explains how these views provide valuable insight into modern debates. In this groundbreaking new study—the first extended examination of the ideas of Lincoln and Jefferson—Hatzenbuehler provides readers with a succinct guide to their opinions, comparing and contrasting their reasoned judgments on America’s republican form of government. Each chapter is devoted to one key area of common interest: race and slavery, the pros and cons of political parties, state rights versus federal authority, religion and the presidency, presidential powers under the Constitution, or the proper political economy for a republic. Relying on the pair’s own words in their letters, writings, and speeches, Hatzenbuehler explores similarities and differences between the two men on contentious issues. Both, for instance, wrote that they were antislavery, but Jefferson never acted on this belief, while Lincoln moved toward a constitutional amendment banning slavery. The book’s title, taken from the Gettysburg Address, builds on both presidents’ expectations that Americans should dedicate themselves to the unfinished work of returning the nation to its founding principles. Jefferson and Lincoln wrestled with many of the same issues and ideas that intrigue and divide Americans today. In his thought-provoking work, Hatzenbuehler details how the two presidents addressed these issues and ideas, which are essential to understanding not only America’s history but also the continuing influence of the past on the present.

How long is Jefferson, Lincoln, and the Unfinished Work of the Nation?

Jefferson, Lincoln, and the Unfinished Work of the Nation by Ronald L. Hatzenbuehler is 171 pages long, and a total of 42,921 words.

This makes it 58% the length of the average book. It also has 52% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Jefferson, Lincoln, and the Unfinished Work of the Nation Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 54 minutes to read Jefferson, Lincoln, and the Unfinished Work of the Nation aloud.

What Reading Level is Jefferson, Lincoln, and the Unfinished Work of the Nation?

Jefferson, Lincoln, and the Unfinished Work of the Nation is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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