Ted Widmer

Listening In

WINNER OF THE LINCOLN FORUM BOOK PRIZE “A Lincoln classic...superb.” ­—The Washington Post “A book for our time.”—Doris Kearns Goodwin Lincoln on the Verge tells the dramatic story of America’s greatest president discovering his own strength to save the Republic. As a divided nation plunges into the deepest crisis in its history, Abraham Lincoln boards a train for Washington and his inauguration—an inauguration Southerners have vowed to prevent. Lincoln on the Verge charts these pivotal thirteen days of travel, as Lincoln discovers his power, speaks directly to the public, and sees his country up close. Drawing on new research, this riveting account reveals the president-elect as a work in progress, showing him on the verge of greatness, as he foils an assassination attempt, forges an unbreakable bond with the American people, and overcomes formidable obstacles in order to take his oath of office.

Thirteen Days to Washington

Lincoln on the Verge

New York Times

Edward L. Widmer

Examines the life and presidency of Martin Van Buren, describing his failed efforts to control such issues as slavery and the great banking panic of 1837.

The American Presidents Series: The 8th President, 1837-1841

Martin Van Buren

Jennie Wood

Robert Christie

Deborah Lang

Ashley Birkett

Jason Wiser

Crispin Wood

All-ages anthology comic book of superhero stories, set in and around Boston.

Boston Powers #2

Ted Widmer

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