Description
In the tense aftermath of the Civil War, a series of unsettling events draws readers into the shadowy world of Reconstruction-era Washington, where grief, politics, and conspiracy collide. Blending historical research with narrative momentum, this account follows the people and rumors surrounding the haunting idea of Lincoln’s presence—testing what the nation believed, feared, and needed to hear as it tried to rebuild. Through vivid characters and carefully reconstructed context, the book explores themes of memory, mythmaking, and the fragile boundary between justice and vengeance. Brad Ricca’s distinctive, story-driven style brings the era’s moral urgency to life, offering a compelling look at how a single leader’s legacy could become both a comfort and a weapon.
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Published Jan 1, 2025
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First Published
2025
Language
eng
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