Founders' Son

In Founders' Son, Richard Brookhiser explores the life of Abraham Lincoln, examining how he consistently looked to the Founding Fathers as guiding figures throughout his journey from humble beginnings to the presidency. The biography reveals Lincoln’s multifaceted personality—ranging from laborer and lawyer to storyteller and poet—and highlights how his connection to the Founders shaped his political and personal decisions. The book also delves into Lincoln’s reflections on morality and faith amid the turbulent events of the Civil War.