Publisher's Synopsis
""The Conspiracy Trial for the Murder of the President V2: and the Attempt to Overthrow the Government by the Assassination of its Principal Officers"" is a historical account of the trial that followed the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln in 1865. Written by Benjamin Perley Poore, this book provides a detailed look at the conspiracy trial that sought to bring justice to those involved in the assassination and the attempt to overthrow the government. The book covers the trial of the conspirators, including John Wilkes Booth, who was responsible for the assassination of President Lincoln, and his co-conspirators who were involved in the plot to overthrow the government. It provides a comprehensive examination of the evidence presented in court, the witnesses who testified, and the legal arguments made by both the prosecution and defense. In addition to the trial itself, the book also explores the political and social climate of the time, including the aftermath of the Civil War and the tensions between the North and South. It provides insight into the motivations of the conspirators and their beliefs about the government and society. Overall, ""The Conspiracy Trial for the Murder of the President V2: and the Attempt to Overthrow the Government by the Assassination of its Principal Officers"" is a fascinating and informative account of a pivotal moment in American history. It offers readers a deeper understanding of the events surrounding the assassination of President Lincoln and the subsequent trial that sought to bring justice to those involved.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
