The most enigmatic of the associates of Lincoln assassin John Wilkes Booth; Confederate soldier Lewis Thornton Powell; using the alias Lewis Paine; was a key player in the postwar attempt to undermine the Federal government. On the night Lincoln was shot; 20-year-old Powell burst into the house of William Seward and attempted to assassinate the secretary of state. Captured shortly after the assassination; Powell stood trial for his crime and was hanged three months later. Powell and his role in the conspiracy has been the subject of debate for many years. Who was this man? This biography attempts to unveil his true character.
#3613550 in Books 2012-02-22Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.90 x .70 x 6.90l; .90 #File Name: 0786466871232 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Fascinating readBy Robert MannGot this from the local library; and it's a fascinating read. It's also written in a down to earth manner and doesn't require an advanced degree to read and understand!
