This fascinating account of the funeral of one of America's greatest leaders provides a unique perspective on the aftermath of Lincoln's assassination. With firsthand observations and detailed descriptions of the elaborate ceremonies that took place in New York City, Valentine's book offers a vivid portrait of a nation in mourning. For readers interested in American history, this book is an essential read. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.