My Thoughts Be Bloody

In "My Thoughts Be Bloody," historian Nora Titone explores the intriguing personal story of the Booth family, focusing on the contrasting fates of brothers John Wilkes Booth and Edwin Booth. Through private letters and family histories, the book offers a new perspective on the infamous assassin of Abraham Lincoln, revealing how family conflicts and personal motivations shaped one of the most pivotal moments in American history. This compelling narrative uncovers the lesser-known background behind Lincoln’s assassination, framing it within a broader, family-driven context.