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The Lincoln Conspiracy

The little-known, but true story about a failed assassination attempt on ...

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Discuss The Lincoln Conspiracy by Brad Meltzer, John Mensch

Many writers of the day comment negatively on Lincoln's appearance. Do you think a candidate's looks play a role in their success?

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Sep. 30, 2023
by N*Starr

Overall, what do you think of The Lincoln Conspiracy? (no spoilers)

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Sep. 24, 2023
by sallyann

The authors claim that "Even back then, branding mattered." Is this true? Is branding as important today? What political "brands" do you recall being effective or ineffective?

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Sep. 23, 2023
by linnie

Do you believe Lincoln would have eventually issued the Emancipation Proclamation if the South hadn't seceded from the United States?

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Sep. 20, 2023
by jimt

Presidential Line Of Succession

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Sep. 19, 2023
by eabd

Lincoln's campaign team decides to capitalize on his "homefield advantage" in Chicago by printing duplicate tickets and organizing a large group of supporters to cheer loudly. What did you think of this tactic?

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Sep. 18, 2023
by linnie

Of the many historical figures, who did you know the most about beforehand? Who did you know the least about? Did your opinions change in any way? Is there anyone whose life you were prompted to explore further?

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Sep. 15, 2023
by katherinep

The authors maintain violence in Congress "serves to illustrate…the United States [was] a deeply divided nation." Is the country as split today as it was in the 19th century?

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Sep. 12, 2023
by lilc

Why do you think Lincoln garners enough popular support to become president?

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Sep. 12, 2023
by katherinep

Do you think modern political races generate the same level of interest as they did back then? What could be done to involve more citizens in the process today?

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Sep. 12, 2023
by katherinep

Have you read the authors' other "conspiracy" books. If so, how does this one compare? Are there other books about Lincoln and the Civil War you'd recommend?

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Sep. 12, 2023
by katherinep

What do you think would have happened had Lincoln followed Sumner's advice and entered Baltimore with a large military company? Were there other alternatives that weren't considered?

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Sep. 10, 2023
by Jill

Soon after states begin to secede, the federal government begins debating about what to do about federal properties in the South. What are your thoughts about this? Do you think one approach was more realistic than the other?

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Sep. 08, 2023
by Molly Mae

Before leaving his hometown, Lincoln says he leaves with "a task before me greater than that which rested upon Washington." Do you think this is true? Could Lincoln have done anything to prevent the Civil War?

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Sep. 08, 2023
by Molly Mae

What do you think keeps this nation of disparate people unified?

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Sep. 08, 2023
by Molly Mae

Did you learn anything new about Lincoln in the book? Did your opinion of him change?

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Sep. 08, 2023
by Molly Mae

In what ways was Lincoln's "Team of Rivals" a wise decision? How might it have hampered him?

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Sep. 06, 2023
by scottishrose

What makes individuals like Ferrandini so persuasive? History is filled with similar individuals. Are there modern examples you can name? How do we guard against undue influence?

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Sep. 06, 2023
by lynneb

Did you learn anything new about the time period covered in the book? Did anything surprise you? Is there anything you wished the authors had talked more about?

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Aug. 31, 2023
by MariontheLibrarian

Did some of Lincoln's wartime actions surprise you? Do you feel they were necessary? Under what circumstances do you feel such actions could be taken today?

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Aug. 31, 2023
by MariontheLibrarian

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