The Life of Dr. Samuel A. Mudd (Classic Reprint): Containing His Letters from Fort Jefferson, Dry Tortugas Island, Where He Was Imprisoned Four Years ... of Mrs. Samuel A. Mudd, Dr. Samuf; L A. Mudd - Softcover

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A clear, documentary portrait of a controversial figure, edited by his daughter, and built from letters, defenses, and firsthand accounts.

This nonfiction biography presents the life of Dr. Samuel A. Mudd through primary documents and the early perspectives surrounding his case. The book compiles the defense, family statements, and prison-era writings to offer a measured view of the man and the events that shaped his fate.

• Primary letters and writings from Dr. Mudd, shown in his own words
• The defense before the Military Commission and related testimony
• Spangler’s manuscript and the context of the alleged conspiracy
• Reflections on imprisonment, resilience, and life after capture

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