The Bust Of Lincoln (1912)

By James Francis Dwyer

Book Overview

The Bust of Lincoln is a historical novel written by James Francis Dwyer in 1912. The book tells the story of a young sculptor named John Keane, who is commissioned to create a bust of Abraham Lincoln for the city of Chicago. Keane, who is struggling to make a name for himself in the art world, sees this as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to showcase his talent and gain recognition.As he begins to work on the sculpture, Keane becomes obsessed with Lincoln's life and legacy. He spends countless hours researching and studying the former president, hoping to capture his essence in the bust. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters who challenge his beliefs and push him to confront his own biases and prejudices.As the deadline for the unveiling of the bust approaches, Keane faces numerous obstacles and setbacks. He must navigate the politics and egos of the city's elite, as well as his own personal demons. Ultimately, however, he is able to complete the bust and present it to the public, where it is met with both praise and criticism.The Bust of Lincoln is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of art, politics, and identity. It offers a unique perspective on one of America's most iconic figures and the enduring legacy he left behind.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163882593
• ISBN13: 9781163882597
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 82 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"