U.S. History

How Lincoln Learned to Read: Twelve Great Americans and the Education That Made Them

Daniel Wolff

About the Program

Daniel Wolff explores how twelve influential Americans from a range of backgrounds were educated both inside and outside of the classroom.  From Benjamin Franklin and W.E.B. Du Bois to Henry Ford and Elvis Presley, Mr. Wolff present his thoughts on the different ways that people learn and the elusive definition of a "good education."  This event was hosted by R.J. Julia Booksellers in Maidson, Connecticut.

About the Authors

Daniel Wolff

Daniel WolffDaniel Wolff is the author of several books, including "4th of July, Asbury Park: A History of the Promised Land." His writing has appeared in many publications, including Vogue and Education Weekly.
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Past Airings

  • Sunday, September 20th at 2:45am (ET)
  • Saturday, September 19th at 2pm (ET)
  • Saturday, August 22nd at 10am (ET)
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