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Explore a unique perspective on Abraham Lincoln and the American Civil War through the satirical lens of ""Abraham Lincoln and the London Punch: Cartoons, Comments and Poems Published in the London Charivari During the American Civil War (1861-1865)."" Collected and presented by William Shepard Walsh, this volume offers a fascinating glimpse into how the British public, as reflected in the pages of the influential ""London Punch"" magazine, viewed the tumultuous events unfolding across the Atlantic. Delve into a collection of 19th-century cartoons, witty commentary, and poignant poems that lampooned, criticized, and occasionally even praised Lincoln and the key players in the American conflict. This historical record reveals the evolving British sentiment toward the war, slavery, and the fate of the American republic. A vital resource for those interested in the Civil War period, political satire, and the enduring legacy of Abraham Lincoln as seen through international eyes. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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