LINCOLN Movie: Free iBook and New Trailer

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In anticipation of Steven Spielberg’s newest film, Lincoln (in theaters nationwide 11/16), Disney Publishing Worldwide has launched its latest book using Apple’s iBook Author software – Lincoln: A Steven Spielberg Film – Discover the Story.

With a foreword by Steven Spielberg, Lincoln: A Steven Spielberg Film – Discover the Story dives into making the film by first giving the story some historical context with a look at each actor in character. Chapter One, titled Players on the Stage of History, allows readers to watch intimate interviews with actors like Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt. At the same time, they reveal the experiences they had recreating notable American luminaries.

As the story unfolds, the enhanced book offers a glimpse into Lincoln’s life leading up to his tragic assassination, the ending of slavery, and the Civil War. Lincoln: A Steven Spielberg Film—Discover the Story includes “making of” photos from the film, an extensive look into the set design, and illustrations of how Spielberg recreates history with truth and conviction.

Additional features of the new iBook include:

Exclusive interviews with the production team, costume designers, and more
Access to the Lincoln soundtrack and the ability to purchase from the iTunes Store
A first look at the movie costumes and clothes of the Civil War Era

Lincoln: A Steven Spielberg Film – Discover the Story is free on the iBookstore for iPads.

Lincoln Movie is available on Amazon.

About The LINCOLN Movie:

Steven Spielberg directs two-time Academy Award winner Daniel Day-Lewis in “Lincoln,” a revealing drama focusing on the 16th President’s tumultuous final months in office. In a nation divided by war and the strong winds of change, Lincoln pursued a course of action designed to end the war, unite the country, and abolish slavery. With the moral courage and fierce determination to succeed, his choices during this critical moment will change the fate of generations to come.