George Alfred Townsend, a prominent journalist and novelist, drew inspiration from his observations of society and politics in crafting these stories.

This book serves as a critical exploration for readers interested in American history, biography, or the intricacies of human motives.

Townsend's deep connections to the region, coupled with his literary prowess, render these tales authentic reflections of the era.

This novel is recommended to readers who appreciate American historical fiction. Townsend offers not just a journey into the past, but also an examination of the societal and moral issues that are threaded throughout American history.

The Life, Crime, and Capture of John Wilkes Booth is an American history classic by George Alfred Townsend.

This book chronicles the events leading up to the assassination, and to the deaths of the killer John Wilkes Booth on April the 26th of that same year, and the subsequent hangings of the other conspirators on July the 7th.

We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public.

Hardcover reprint of the original 1865 edition - beautifully bound in brown cloth covers featuring titles stamped in gold, 8vo - 6x9. No adjustments have been made to the original text, giving readers the full antiquarian experience.