The Lost Despatch (1913)

The Lost Despatch is a novel written by Natalie Sumner Lincoln and published in 1913. The story is set during the American Civil War and follows the adventures of a young woman named Ruth Clinton, who is a spy for the Union Army. Ruth is tasked with delivering a crucial message to General Grant, but along the way, she is captured by Confederate soldiers.As Ruth tries to escape from her captors, she meets a handsome Confederate soldier named Jack. Despite their opposing allegiances, Ruth and Jack fall in love. However, their love is complicated by the fact that Ruth is still determined to deliver her message to General Grant.The Lost Despatch is a thrilling tale of love and adventure set against the backdrop of one of the most significant events in American history. The novel is notable for its strong female protagonist, who defies gender norms and plays a vital role in the war effort. With its fast-paced plot and vivid descriptions of life during the Civil War, The Lost Despatch is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.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.