Such is Abraham Lincoln, who was described by Carl Sandburg as possessing qualities of steel and velvet. However, in a modest way other great men have left a mark that will not be forgotten. As author Aubrey Andelin noted in his book Man of Steel and Velvet, only one human being ever fully modeled the best aspects of firm determination and gentle caring, though a few others have set admirable examples: "Christ stands alone.
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