Publisher's Synopsis
A Court of Inquiry is a historical fiction novel written by Grace Smith Richmond and published in 1916. The story is set in the mid-19th century during the Civil War and focuses on the life of a young woman named Anneke Van Driessen. Anneke is a Dutch immigrant living in New York City who is forced to leave her home and family after her father is accused of being a Confederate spy. In order to clear her father's name, Anneke travels to Washington D.C. where she becomes involved in a court of inquiry. Along the way, she meets a Union officer named Captain Richard Redfield, who helps her navigate the complicated legal system and uncover the truth about her father's alleged involvement with the Confederacy. As Anneke delves deeper into the court proceedings, she discovers a web of corruption and deceit that threatens to destroy her family and her newfound love with Captain Redfield. The novel explores themes of loyalty, justice, and the harsh realities of war. A Court of Inquiry is a compelling historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the Civil War era. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in the complex political and social issues of the time.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.
