The Southerner: A Romance of the Real Lincoln

Name: The Southerner: A Romance of the Real Lincoln
Author: Jr. Thomas Dixon

By Jr. Thomas Dixon

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A historical novel follows a Southern family and intertwined political figures through the tensions of secession, war, and its aftermath. Rural scenes of everyday life and courtship sit beside scenes in Washington and on battlefields as brothers take opposing sides, senators and generals debate strategy, and the president and his household contend with wartime responsibilities. Personal loyalties, legal trials, military engagements, and a conspiracy that culminates in assassination are woven together to explore themes of duty, honor, divided allegiance, and the struggle to reconcile private affection with public crisis.

About the Author

Jr. Thomas Dixon

Thomas Dixon, Jr. was an American author and playwright known for his controversial works that often explored themes of race, society, and the American South. Born in the late 19th century, he gained notoriety for his novel "The Clansman: An Historical Romance of the Ku Klux Klan," which was later adapted into the film "The Birth of a Nation." Dixon's writings reflect the complex and often contentious issues of his time, particularly regarding the Reconstruction era and its aftermath. His works, including "A Man of the People: A Drama of Abraham Lincoln" and "The Leopard's Spots: A Romance of the White Man's Burden—1865-1900," contribute to the literary heritage of American historical fiction.