Dark Union: The Secret Web of Profiteers, Politicians, and Booth Conspirators That Led to Lincoln's Death

by Leonard F. Guttridge, Ray A. Neff

The real truth behind the assassination of our 16th president

Genres: History, Civil War, Biography

288 pages, Hardcover

First published July 18, 2003

Reviews

[Julie Masson · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this as part of my book club with my Dad. It’s interesting, but far too much detail was given to superfluous characters. I’m skeptical about some of the claims, too.

[Charles M. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fascinating conspiracy theory of Lincoln assassination; spurred on by Lincoln's clandestine dealings between northern investors and Southern cotton owners until 1865. With victory in hand, Lincoln vacillated on deals and the extremists of his party sought his removal from office allying themselves with the instable John Wilkes Booth and his band.