
Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt
Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt, written by David Miller DeWitt, examines the aftermath of President Abraham Lincoln's assassination in April 1865. The book explores the trial of Mary E. Surratt, the first woman executed by the U.S. government, and questions the legality and fairness of her trial amidst a climate of national turmoil. DeWitt's work highlights the tension between justice and expediency during a pivotal moment in American history, raising critical issues about constitutional rights and due process.

