The Assassination Of Abraham Lincoln And Its Expiation (1909)

""The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln and Its Expiation"" is a historical account of the events surrounding the assassination of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. Written by David Miller Dewitt and originally published in 1909, this book provides a detailed description of the assassination, the subsequent manhunt for the killer, and the trials and executions of those involved in the conspiracy. The book begins with a brief overview of Lincoln's presidency and the events leading up to his assassination on April 14, 1865, by John Wilkes Booth. Dewitt then delves into the aftermath of the assassination, including the manhunt for Booth and his accomplices, and the eventual capture and killing of Booth. Dewitt also provides a thorough examination of the conspiracy behind the assassination, including the involvement of Confederate sympathizers and the role of Mary Surratt, who was eventually tried and executed for her part in the plot. In addition to the historical account of the events, Dewitt also explores the cultural and political impact of Lincoln's assassination on the United States. He discusses the mourning period that followed, as well as the impact on the Reconstruction era and the country's political landscape. Overall, ""The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln and Its Expiation"" is a comprehensive and detailed account of one of the most significant events in American history. It provides a fascinating insight into the assassination and its aftermath, as well as the broader social and political context of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.