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Lincoln's Virtues
An Ethical Biography
Book • 2002
This book by William Lee Miller is an ethical biography that traces the development of Abraham Lincoln's moral and intellectual virtues.
It highlights Lincoln's strong opposition to slavery, his thorough research for speech preparation, and his commitment to moral principles despite the political realities of his time.
Miller argues that Lincoln's moral realism, derived from Max Weber's ethics of responsibility, guided his actions and decisions.
The book also explores Lincoln's rise as a politician and how his conduct became more virtuous as he gained power, making him a rare example of a great man who was also a good man.
It highlights Lincoln's strong opposition to slavery, his thorough research for speech preparation, and his commitment to moral principles despite the political realities of his time.
Miller argues that Lincoln's moral realism, derived from Max Weber's ethics of responsibility, guided his actions and decisions.
The book also explores Lincoln's rise as a politician and how his conduct became more virtuous as he gained power, making him a rare example of a great man who was also a good man.
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as a biography offering inspiration for deep work and lifestyle.


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as a book about Lincoln's virtues and political career.


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as a book that changed his perspective on Lincoln's leadership and pragmatism.


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as an ethical biography of Abraham Lincoln.


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as the author of an ethical biography about Lincoln.


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while discussing Abraham Lincoln's life and moral choices.


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in relation to Lincoln's moral leadership.


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