Comparing Lincoln's Four Words To Write About Myself

There are four words to describe Lincoln’s tone as he writes about himself. Firstly, Lincoln’s tone is nostalgic in the fact that he said, “It was a wild region, with many bears and other wild animals still in the woods. There I grew up.” (Lincoln 349). Secondly, he’s humble in the way that he stated, “My parents were born in Virginia, of undistinguished families…” (Lincoln 349). Thirdly, he starts to shine light on his serious side when stating that, “From 1849 to 1854, both inclusive, practiced law more assiduously than ever before.” (Lincoln 349). Lastly, he’s seemingly playful in his last line within his story when he said, “...no other marks or brands recollected.” (Lincoln 349). Lincoln’s tone is nostalgic in the way that he looks back