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Lesson 1 (from Preface and Chapter 1)

Objective

Preface and Chapter 1

"The Fiery Trial: Abraham Lincoln and American Slavery" is a nonfiction book by historical writer Eric Foner. Foner has written extensively on history, including a focus on the history of black people in America as well as the Civil War. In 2011, The Fiery Trial was selected as the recipient of the Pulitzer Prize, Lincoln Prize and the Bancroft Prize. In this lesson, students are introduced to the book and will research and discuss the career and works of author Eric Foner.

Lesson

1) Teacher Lecture: Introduce the class to the book and author. "The Fiery Trial: Abraham Lincoln and American Slavery" is a nonfiction book by historical writer Eric Foner. The book was the recipient of the Pulitzer Prize, Lincoln Prize and the Bancroft Prize.

2) Research Activity: Allow students time in the beginning of class to conduct independent research on the career and works...

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