Discover the life behind the headlines: a portrait of a man caught in history’s harsh spotlight and the family who stood by him.
This gripping edition presents Dr. Samuel A. Mudd’s own letters from Fort Jefferson, paired with the voices of his wife, Spangler, and others connected to the so‑called conspiracy. It offers a personal view of imprisonment, endurance, and faith, framed by the Civil War’s aftermath and a nation grappling with justice and memory.
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Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a compelling and intimate portrait of Dr. Samuel A. Mudd, a Maryland physician who was wrongly imprisoned for his alleged involvement in the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. Through a collection of personal letters, official statements, and legal arguments, the author provides a detailed account of Dr. Muddââ â¢s life, arrest, and subsequent imprisonment at Fort Jefferson, a desolate island prison in the Dry Tortugas. The author meticulously lays out the events surrounding Dr. Muddââ â¢s arrest, including his encounter with John Wilkes Booth, the assassin, and the subsequent investigation that implicated him in the conspiracy. The book delves into the complex legal battle surrounding the case, highlighting the controversial use of a military commission to try the accused and the ongoing debate over the limits of wartime justice. Dr. Muddââ â¢s letters from prison provide a poignant glimpse into his emotional turmoil and his unwavering belief in his innocence. Through his words, we witness the hardship of his confinement, the relentless anxiety for his wife and children, and his eventual willingness to sacrifice his own well-being to help his captors during a deadly yellow fever outbreak. The book ultimately challenges the historical narrative surrounding Dr. Muddââ â¢s conviction, raising questions about the role of prejudice and political maneuvering in a time of national crisis. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331485353_0
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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781331485353
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781331485353
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