The Lost Cause - Lincoln Assassination

LINCOLN - The Lost Cause
Book 1 in the Lincoln Assassination Series
President Abraham Lincoln once said, "It is better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to speak out and remove all doubt!"
President Jefferson Davis once said, "I worked night and day for twelve years to prevent the war, but I could not. The North was mad and blind, would not let us govern ourselves, and so the war came."
More than 150 years later, the assassination of Abraham Lincoln remains one of the most significant events in United States history. It continues until this very day, attracting the interest of scholars, writers like myself, and armchair historians.
This series is very special to my heart. It begins with the inauguration of Abraham Lincoln on March 4, 1861, and passes by the four war years and continues with his assassination by David Edgar Herold, a 23-year old pharmacist who was living in Washington City.
Wait! Did you just say who? If you did, then follow this book from start to finish and you will find out that not only did John Wilkes Booth die for his involvement in the assassination, but so did four others. Many novels define John Wilkes Booth as a lone deranged actor and a madman who struck from a twisted lust for vengeance. This is not true. He was neither alone nor was he mad. According to the U. S. federal government, over 250 people were taken into custody and interrogated.
Later books in the series will take you through the actual military trial of the other's conspirators, including the first woman ever executed by the United States Government.
This novel will also cover that fateful night of Lincoln's assassination. It will follow the 12-day chase for John Wilkes Booth and David Herold. Then, it will follow the burial route and final resting place for Lincoln. The trial will not be covered in this novel, but the day of execution of the conspirators is included along with the burial of the other assassins.
Then, the chase and capture of Jefferson Davis is told, along with his two year imprisonment by the federal government.
Are you aware that it wasn't until 1977 during Jimmy Carter's term in office that Davis was posthumously forgiven for his role in the civil war and made a U. S. Citizen?
The novel includes the inauguration, the assassination, the funeral, capture of John Wilkes Booth, the execution, the arrest and imprisonment of Jefferson Davis and later his funeral held in Metairie, Louisiana. Below are a few words his wife said while traveling down Poydras in downtown New Orleans. The funeral procession was over three miles long as mourners paid their respect to the South's President, Jefferson Davis.
"Dear, I was thinking out loud how sad a day this has been. The United States War Department did not recognize your father. The United States flag did not fly at half-mast. It flew at half-mast throughout the south." Varina began to cry again. She raised her handkerchief up to blot the tears running down her cheek. "He is the only former Secretary of War not given the respect and honor due him by the United States Government." She sighed, clasping her slender hands together in her lap, and stared at them, lost with her emotions.
"Mother, don't fret about it. Father's funeral service was, I am sure, attended by far more people than those who attended Abraham Lincoln's. The South loves him. We love the South."

About the author

Step into the world of Sidney St. James, a master of the written word whose enthralling tales blend imagination and history into an extraordinary tapestry of creative nonfiction. St. James weaves captivating narratives that transport readers to distant eras, revealing untold stories and breathing life into forgotten characters with a pen that dances across the pages.

Growing up surrounded by books and immersed in the tales of the past, he developed a keen eye for historical details and an uncanny ability to breathe life into bygone eras.

Drawing inspiration from the annals of time, St. James embarked on a literary journey that would captivate the hearts and minds of readers worldwide. With meticulous research and vivid imagination, he skillfully resurrects forgotten events, peeling back the layers of time to expose the untold truths that lay dormant in history's shadows.

Each stroke of his pen creates a portal, transporting readers to ancient civilizations, turbulent revolutions, and untamed frontiers. Through his meticulously crafted prose, the past springs to life as battles thunder, intrigues unfold, and heroes and heroines emerge from the forgotten corners of time.

His works have transcended mere entertainment, leaving an indelible mark on the literary world. He has garnered critical acclaim, topping bestseller lists and captivating readers across continents. St. James invites us to traverse the corridors of time with each new release, immersing ourselves in familiar and foreign worlds where history blends seamlessly with imagination.

Beyond his literary achievements, St. James is known for his unwavering commitment to historical accuracy. His exhaustive research and attention to detail lend authenticity to his narratives, allowing readers to embark on an immersive and genuine journey. Through his creative nonfiction, he breathes fresh life into the past, igniting a love for history within his readers and reminding us that our collective past is a treasure trove waiting to be explored.

As Sidney St. James' pen becomes a time machine, transporting us to distant and familiar realms, bridging the gap between the past and present. With each turn of the page, St. James invites us to unlock the secrets of history, awed and inspired by the extraordinary lives that came before us.

Product details

• Authors: Sidney St James, Sidney St. James, Sidney St James
• Publisher: Beebop Publishing Group
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 11.09.2019
• EAN: 9781393062653
• ISBN: 978-1-393-06265-3
• No. of pages: 440
• Dimensions: 140 mm x 216 mm x 24 mm
• Weight: 550 g
• Series: Lincoln Assassination; Lincoln Assassination Series
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > General, dictionaries; Non-fiction book > History > Miscellaneous