Publisher's Synopsis
The Toy Shop: A Romantic Story Of Lincoln The Man is a novel written by Margarita Spalding Gerry and published in 1908. The book tells the story of a young woman named Mary Ware who inherits a toy shop in Springfield, Illinois, and her encounters with Abraham Lincoln, who is a regular customer at the shop. The novel is a romanticized portrayal of Lincoln, depicting him as a kind and compassionate man who takes an interest in Mary's life and helps her navigate the challenges she faces as a shop owner. The book also explores themes of love, loss, and the importance of community. Overall, The Toy Shop offers a unique perspective on Lincoln's life and legacy, and is a captivating read for anyone interested in American history and literature.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.
