About this book
A Man of the People: A Drama of Abraham Lincoln by Thomas Dixon plunges listeners into the turbulent political crucible that forged the United States. This historical play reframes Lincoln not only as the Liberator of enslaved people but as the determined architect of the Union, dramatizing the moral and political conflicts that defined the Civil War era.
Dixon draws on authentic records and contemporary correspondence—most notably a pivotal letter from Colonel John Nicolay—to stage scenes of cabinet strife, partisan maneuvering, and the burden of leadership. The play explores themes of duty, compromise, and the cost of preserving a fragile democracy, treating emancipation as one moment within a broader campaign to save the nation. While faithful to historical fact, the drama tightens chronology for theatrical clarity, delivering vivid dialogue and character-driven tension without compromising historical integrity.
Ideal for listeners who love historical drama, political theatre, or biographies of Abraham Lincoln, this audiobook offers a gripping, stage-worthy portrait of a leader at the crossroads of history. Perfect for fans of literature and plays who want a deeply human, politically charged interpretation of a defining American moment.
