Ben Franklin's World 068 Founders' Son: A Life of Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln grew up as the son of a poor farmer. Yet, he became the 16th President of the United States.
How did the son of a poor farmer achieve election to the presidency?
Today, we investigate the life of Abraham Lincoln and his journey to the presidency with Richard Brookhiser, author of Founders' Son: A Life of Abraham Lincoln.
Show Notes: http://www.benfranklinsworld.com/068
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