It’s About What You Make Happen

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.