Publisher's Synopsis
The Perfect Tribute is a historical fiction novel written by Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews. The story is set during the American Civil War and revolves around the life of a young man named Henry Maxwell, who is a telegraph operator for the Union Army. One day, Henry receives a message from President Abraham Lincoln, requesting him to come to the White House immediately.When Henry arrives at the White House, he is informed that the President wants him to deliver a message to his hometown of Gettysburg. The message is to be read at a ceremony to commemorate the soldiers who died in the Battle of Gettysburg. However, the President's message is not just any ordinary speech. It is a tribute to the soldiers who fought and died in the battle, and it is written in a way that captures the essence of the American spirit.Henry is honored to be chosen for such an important task, but he is also nervous about delivering the message. He knows that the people of Gettysburg are still grieving over the loss of their loved ones, and he is not sure how they will react to the President's words. However, he decides to do his best and sets out on a journey to Gettysburg.During his journey, Henry meets several people who have been affected by the war. He hears their stories and learns about their struggles. As he gets closer to Gettysburg, he realizes that the President's message is not just a tribute to the soldiers who died in the battle, but it is also a message of hope and unity for the entire nation.When Henry finally arrives in Gettysburg, he delivers the President's message to a large crowd of people. The message is received with great emotion and is hailed as the perfect tribute to the soldiers who gave their lives for their country. The novel ends with Henry returning to his duties as a telegraph operator, but with a renewed sense of purpose and pride in his country.Overall, The Perfect Tribute is a moving and inspiring novel that captures the spirit of America during one of its darkest moments. It is a tribute to the soldiers who fought and died in the Civil War, and a reminder of the values that make America great.1906. Andrews' story was founded on a true incident involving Abraham Lincoln's kindness to a drummer boy. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
