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Abe Lincoln in Illinois | Essays and Criticism

• Limitations of Writing Biographical Drama

  In the following essay, the author discusses the inherent limitations of writing biographical drama.

• Bob Sherwood in Illinois

  In the essay, the author describes Abraham Lincoln as Sherwood’s ‘‘hero,’’ which was the reason for the creation of the play.

• Man of the Hour

  The author reviews Sherwood’s style and language, linking it to the success of the play.

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1. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Introduction
2. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Summary
3. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Robert E. Sherwood Biography
4. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Characters
5. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Themes
6. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Style
7. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Historical Context
8. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Critical Overview
9. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Essays and Criticism
   1. Limitations of Writing Biographical Drama
   2. Bob Sherwood in Illinois
   3. Man of the Hour
10. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Compare and Contrast
11. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Topics for Further Study
12. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Media Adaptations
13. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: What Do I Read Next?
14. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Bibliography and Further Reading
15. Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Pictures
16. Copyright

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