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About Harold Holzer
Harold Holzer is one of the United States’ foremost authorities on Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War era. Tampering his immense wealth of knowledge with eloquence, he has penned more than 50 books exploring diverse aspects of these complex figures and times. His prodigious contributions to history and literature have earned him the prestigious Gilder Lehrman Lincoln Prize, making him a titan in American historiographical discourse.
Holzer’s scholarly career is further complemented by a distinguished tenure in public service. Working as the Senior Vice President for Public Affairs at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, he instilled his understanding of the cultural past into shaping a relevant dialogue for the present.
In both realms, Holzer’s creativity, tenacity, and commitment to historical accuracy are widely recognized. His judicious blending of narrative verve and academic rigor has won him millions of readers who turn to his works for insights into America’s 16th president and the Civil War era.