And There Was Light: Abraham Lincoln and the American Struggle is a biography of Abraham Lincoln by Jon Meacham, published in 2022 by Random House. The book shows how Lincoln risked his political future for his moral convictions, intending to preserve democracy and the Union.
And There Was Light was a commercial success, debuting at number 2 on The New York Times Best Seller list.
Synopsis The book reinterprets Lincoln's life to reflect the nation's current political situation. Meacham emphasizes Lincoln's public actions, highlighting his speeches, inaugurations, and his critical decisions as a leader.
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Author webpage. "And There Was Light." Jon Meacham interview. Video. Today show. NBC News. Jon Meacham interview. Video. Morning Joe. MSNBC. Jon Meacham interview. Video. Stephanie Ruhle. MSNBC.