The Journal of the Abraham Lincoln Association

For over forty years, The Journal of the Abraham Lincoln Association has been the single most significant platform for research into, and about, Abraham Lincoln. Its articles and reviews abound in interest for anyone, from the oldest “Lincoln hand” to the newest student of our 16th President, and I never fail to look forward to the arrival of every issue. It has contributed immensely both to my own published work on Lincoln and to that of every other Lincoln scholar.

Allen Carl Guelzo, Princeton University

The Premier Source for Lincoln Scholarship

The Journal of the Abraham Lincoln Association (JALA) is the only peer-reviewed academic journal exclusively dedicated to Abraham Lincoln scholarship. As the official journal of the Abraham Lincoln Association, JALA publishes cutting-edge research, newly discovered primary sources, and thought-provoking analyses of Lincoln’s life, legacy, and the historical context in which he lived. Now hosted by the University of Illinois Press, JALA continues to serve as an essential resource for historians, scholars, and enthusiasts seeking a deeper understanding of Lincoln’s impact on America and the world.

What You’ll Find in JALA

• Scholarly Articles – Original research on Lincoln’s political career, legal work, leadership during the Civil War, and cultural legacy.
• Insightful reviews of the latest books on Lincoln and his times by top scholars in the field.
• Newly Discovered Primary Sources – Rare letters, unpublished documents, and firsthand accounts offering fresh insights into Lincoln’s era.
• Historic Photographs & Illustrations – Rare and newly uncovered images that provide visual context to Lincoln’s life and times.
• Perspectives on Lincoln’s Global Influence – Studies on how Lincoln was perceived abroad, including British reactions to the Civil War.
• Lincoln in Popular Culture – Analyses of how Lincoln has been portrayed in media, literature, and public memory.

Submit Your Research

JALA welcomes manuscript submissions on any aspect of Lincoln’s life, his family, his close associates, or his legacy. We encourage research that examines the historical, social, and cultural context of Lincoln’s time; the evolution of Lincoln’s reputation over time; and unpublished primary source materials related to Lincoln. Click here for manuscript submission guidelines.

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