Keeping Mr. Lincoln
Sandra Fenichel Asher
Abe Lincoln In Illinois
by Robert Emmet Sherwood, Robert E Sherwood
Awards & Recognition
Pulitzer Prize
Winner! 1939 Pulitzer Prize for Drama
What readers are saying
Readers have mixed feelings about the play, with some appreciating its historical context and portrayal of Lincoln, while others find it dated and lacking depth in character development. Many agree that the structure feels disjointed, making the character's growth less impactful. Overall, it elicits a range of reactions from admiration for its ambition to critique over its execution.
Historical significance Strong portrayal of Lincoln Engaging first scenes Disjointed action Character development lacking
Synopsis
Publication
Publisher Dramatists Play Service
Year 1966
Binding Paperback
Pages 72
Place New York
Language English
ISBN-13 9780822200017
ISBN-10 0822200015
LCC PS3537.H825 A63 1966
Abe Lincoln In Illinois is a American play written by Robert Emmet Sherwood and published by Dramatists Play Service in New York (1966).
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