Description
Vintage 1953 hardcover has some normal wear and fading at the spine. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.
This intriguing biography delves into the life of Edwin Booth, one of the most celebrated actors of the 19th century and the brother of John Wilkes Booth, the infamous assassin of President Abraham Lincoln. Written by Eleanor Ruggles, a respected biographer and historian, this volume offers a captivating portrait of Edwin’s remarkable career on the American stage and his complex relationship with his notorious sibling. Ruggles skillfully weaves together historical accounts, personal letters, and contemporary reviews to paint a vivid picture of the Booth family’s theatrical legacy and the tumultuous era of the Civil War. For collectors and readers alike, this book provides a rare glimpse into the contrasting paths of two brothers whose lives were forever intertwined with one of the most pivotal moments in American history.