Francis, Grierson, Abraham Lincoln, Practical Mystic, 1st ed.

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Abraham Lincoln, The Practical Mystic is a fascinating look at Lincoln’s philosophy, concept of morality, and manner of living are examined in a metaphysical setting, shedding new light on his life and beliefs. Grierson emphasizes Lincoln’s unique blend of practical wisdom and profound mystical understanding that shaped his leadership.

Born in England, Grierson moved to Illinois when he was a baby. He spent his early youth in a log cabin in Sangamon County. He was a musician and composer, as well as an author, lecturer, spiritualist, and self-proclaimed seer. He became involved with spiritualism while in Russia on the 1870s. He was present at the Lincoln–Douglas debates in 1858 and later incorporated his reminiscences into his fictionalized autobiography The Valley of Shadows (1909). He also worked as a page for John C. Frémont as a youth.

Front hinge is starting, former owner bookplate; minor wear, else very good.

Grierson, Francis. ABRAHAM LINCOLN THE PRACTICAL MYSTIC. New York: J.J, Little & Ives. 1918. 1st ed., 93p., 12mo. 7 3/4″ x 5″.