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Perfect Tribute

Perfect Tribute

By: Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews
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 In this poignant historical fiction, experience the moments leading up to and following Lincolns iconic delivery of The Gettysburg Address. Part 1 captures the profound anticipation and weight of the day, while Part 2 explores an imaginative reflection on the late afternoon that followed. This touching narrative not only celebrates the brilliance of Lincolns words but also the extraordinary character of the man behind them. Andrews most celebrated work, The Perfect Tribute, has been adapted into a 1935 MGM short film and a 1991 television movie featuring Jason Robards as Abraham Lincoln. (Summary by Lee Smalley)Copyright Nature and Animals Political Science Politics & Government World
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  • 002 - Part 2

    002 - Part 2
    Feb 5 2026
    In this poignant historical fiction, experience the moments leading up to and following Lincolns iconic delivery of The Gettysburg Address. Part 1 captures the profound anticipation and weight of the day, while Part 2 explores an imaginative reflection on the late afternoon that followed. This touching narrative not only celebrates the brilliance of Lincolns words but also the extraordinary character of the man behind them. Andrews most celebrated work, The Perfect Tribute, has been adapted into a 1935 MGM short film and a 1991 television movie featuring Jason Robards as Abraham Lincoln. (Summary by Lee Smalley)
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    23 mins
  • 001 - Part 1

    001 - Part 1
    Feb 5 2026
    In this poignant historical fiction, experience the moments leading up to and following Lincolns iconic delivery of The Gettysburg Address. Part 1 captures the profound anticipation and weight of the day, while Part 2 explores an imaginative reflection on the late afternoon that followed. This touching narrative not only celebrates the brilliance of Lincolns words but also the extraordinary character of the man behind them. Andrews most celebrated work, The Perfect Tribute, has been adapted into a 1935 MGM short film and a 1991 television movie featuring Jason Robards as Abraham Lincoln. (Summary by Lee Smalley)
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    16 mins
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