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And There Was Light Abraham Lincoln and the American Struggle

Jon Meacham

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The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart

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The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart

In the episode, the guest historian was introduced as the author of a biography of Lincoln, noting the book's focus on the president’s life and the American struggle. The hosts highlighted the author's credentials as a presidential historian and praised the work as a notable contribution to Lincoln scholarship. The overall tone was appreciative, positioning the title as a valuable resource for listeners interested in history.

Episode: History (and Trump) Repeats with Jon Meacham

This book was identified as a biography of Lincoln, written by the guest historian Jon Meacham.

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the fabulous historian, Bon Vivant, gentleman and scholar. Bon Vivant. John Meacham, presidential historian, author of And There Was Light, a biography of Lincoln.

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

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The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

Hamza spoke about the book and how the author was grateful for losing his eyesight as a child, highlighting the concept of gratitude in the face of adversity.

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there's a there's a very interesting do you know Jacques Les Sarrons that he wrote a book called and there was light he he was he was a he was a French resistance fighter and he wrote he wrote this ve...

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Episode: 255. What We Can All Learn From Islam & The Quran...

Hamza spoke about the book and how the author was grateful for losing his eyesight as a child, highlighting the concept of gratitude in the face of adversity.

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there's a there's a very interesting do you know Jacques Les Sarrons that he wrote a book called and there was light he he was he was a he was a French resistance fighter and he wrote he wrote this very interesting autobiography

The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds

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The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds

A copy of Gore Vidal's book, Lincoln, was inscribed with a message supporting the removal of the Confederate flag, which was discussed in the context of Dianne Feinstein's actions.

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Lincoln would have also wanted the flag's symbolic removal.

— Episode: 330 - Feinstein and The Flag

Episode: 330 - Feinstein and The Flag

A copy of Gore Vidal's book, Lincoln, was inscribed with a message supporting the removal of the Confederate flag, which was discussed in the context of Dianne Feinstein's actions.

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Lincoln would have also wanted the flag's symbolic removal.

Morning Joe

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Morning Joe

The hosts, led by Willie Geist, praised the book as an extraordinary new biography that linked Lincoln’s leadership during the Civil War to today’s political climate, noting its bestseller status and relevance to current democratic challenges. They highlighted its insightful exploration of Lincoln’s anti‑slavery stance and the reasons behind his decisions, and the author appeared on the show to discuss these themes, receiving enthusiastic commendations from the panel.

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Episode: Morning Joe 1/16/23

It was discussed in the context of Abraham Lincoln and the American struggle, with a focus on the mountaintop speech and its historical and political significance.

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He's the author of the recent book entitled And There Was Light, Abraham Lincoln and The American Struggle.

Episode: Morning Joe 1/16/23

It was discussed in relation to Abraham Lincoln and the American Struggle, and the speakers reflected on Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'mountaintop' speech in the context of American history.

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He's the author of the recent book entitled And There Was Light, Abraham Lincoln and The American Struggle.

Episode: Morning Joe 1/6/23

It was mentioned in relation to the current political climate and the Republican party's state, referencing Lincoln's leadership in a similar time of crisis.

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And again, the book is entitled and there was light Abraham Lincoln and the American struggle.

Episode: Morning Joe 12/15/22

It was praised as an extraordinary book by Willie Geist and was referred to in a discussion about leadership and democracy, particularly drawing parallels to the current political climate.

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I do wonder John because your Lincoln book is extraordinary and I don't have favorite children and I don't have favorite John Meacham presidential biographies but if I did this one would be right there.

Episode: Morning Joe 10/28/22

It was discussed in the context of the current political climate and was compared to the challenges faced during the American Civil War era. It was also mentioned as being number two on the New York Times best seller list.

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John we talk about the stakes you and I got a chance to sit at an event a couple nights ago and talk about your excellent book which by the way is number two in the New York Times best subtle list only behind some Harry Potter book we need to investigate the numbers on that one.

you've always said well yes we're divided but it's not quite 1968 yet and I heard in your voice the other night you say you know this is actually as divided as we've been for 18 since 1865 and around the Civil War.

of course his new book is entitled and there was light Abraham Lincoln and the American struggle thanks John

Episode: Morning Joe 10/20/22

It was discussed as a new book about President Abraham Lincoln and the American Struggle, and it was mentioned that it was selling very well.

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The printing press keeps running out of ink. They keep printing more. It's extraordinary how many books this guy is selling.

Episode: Morning Joe 10/18/22

It was discussed on the show in relation to the current political climate and how Lincoln's presidency provides lessons for today's challenges. It was said the book was just released.

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And there was light, Abraham Lincoln and the American struggle is officially out today. Congratulations.

John, congratulations on the book. And I will read it eagerly.

I've been reading it twice I've read a classic Meacham book in two ways

John Meacham thank you very much and John will be back with us throughout the week for more on his brand new book entitled and there was light Abraham Lincoln and the American struggle

Episode: Morning Joe 10/18/22

It was discussed as a newly released book about Abraham Lincoln and the American struggle to preserve democracy, highlighting his anti-slavery stance and the challenges of a deeply divided nation.

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And I will read it eagerly

The title of the book comes as a play on Frederick Douglass said, 'I do not despair of this country. The fiat of the Almighty, let there be light Has not yet spent its force.'

Reading your instant classic Reading Eric Foner's The Fiery Trial You see Lincoln and you get to

One of the main reasons I wanted to do this Was to explore Why did he do what he did We all know kind of how he did it I mean the most, you know The great politician, the great statesman But why did he do it Why did he believe in American democracy Why was he anti-slavery

And so why wouldn't we want to be in conversation With someone who saw us through a storm like this?

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