Excerpt from The Spur
Under the lantern in front of Ford's was a wooden platform where carriages could stop and the ladies get down without wet ting their slippers in case the street was muddy. Just here Johnny slackened his pace and turned and looked over his shoulder. He knew the carriage would still be standing at the curb near F Street, and yes, there it was.
He entered the theater through the second door from the right, the door President Lincoln had used an hour or so before when he arrived with his wife and two guests. The party was late and had missed the first act. The leader saw the President instantly, gave the high sign and the orchestra struck up Hail to the Chief. Lincoln bowed from the box and smiled, and people clapped.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, one of the most pivotal events in American history. The author examines the life of John Wilkes Booth, the famed actor who carried out the unthinkable act, and his motivations for doing so. Through Boothââ â¢s diary entries and the authorââ â¢s own meticulous research, we are granted an intimate glimpse into the mind of the assassin, exploring his complex psychology, his political beliefs, and the events leading up to the fateful night at Fordââ â¢s Theatre. The author thoughtfully reconstructs the events of the assassination, weaving together historical facts and Boothââ â¢s own words to create a vivid and compelling narrative. The book goes beyond simply recounting the tragedy, delving into the motivations behind Boothââ â¢s actions, examining the political and social climate of the time, and exploring the broader themes of power, loyalty, and the consequences of violence. This book offers a fresh and insightful perspective on one of historyââ â¢s most enduring mysteries, revealing the human complexities and the enduring legacy of the assassination of President Lincoln. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243213238_0
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