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Book Review of Lincoln's Melancholy : How Depression Challenged a President and Fueled His Greatness

Lincoln's Melancholy : How Depression Challenged a President and Fueled His Greatness
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If you have experience with depression or know someone who struggles with the illness, you can appreciate how difficult this illness was on President Lincoln at times. The book also covers the development of mental health study and care during this era.