What inspired the author to focus on the rivalry between Mrs. Lincoln and her contemporaries?
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What inspired the author to focus on the rivalry between Mrs. Lincoln and her contemporaries?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about sympathizing with Mrs. Lincoln, given her complex personality?
How did the author decide to portray the political and social climate of the Civil War era?