"I would give all I am worth, and go in debt, to be able to write so fine a piece as I think that is."
These words written by Abraham Lincoln are in regards to the poem he was asked to send to his friend, Andrew Johnston in April of 1846.
Essential Question: Why was Lincoln drawn to and inspired by the poetry he is known to have liked?
Directions: Complete each of the activities below, being sure to read each assigned primary or secondary source, and the poems associated with them. Finally, write an essay drawing your own conclusion to the essential question listed above, being sure to support your reason with information from the primary and secondary sources.