David Alan Johnson Libros

The narrative captures the transformation of Union Township from a close-knit rural community in the 1950s to its modern incarnation. Once vibrant with local businesses like O'Mara's Farm and Headley's Cider Mill, the town now features new residents and changed landscapes, including a relocated high school. Through vivid reminiscences, the book reflects on the nostalgia of a bygone era, highlighting the loss of familiar landmarks while suggesting that, although the past cannot be recaptured, revisiting its essence can still be meaningful.

Set during the tumultuous summer of 1864, the narrative explores the intense pressures faced by President Lincoln amid the ongoing Civil War. With the Union struggling and public discontent mounting, Lincoln realizes that a shift in the war's fortunes is crucial for his re-election against former general George B. McClellan. The story delves into the political and military challenges of the era, highlighting Lincoln's determination to secure a favorable outcome to ensure his political survival and the future of the nation.