Albert
My interest is not scholarly, so I can't entirely vouch for the authenticity of this account. However, it seems like a pretty thorough job. I believe it. I liked the book and it was well-narrated. The author looks at the personalities involved in some depth. At the end, one feels he knows the individuals, much as he would after reading a good novel. Politically, I would say this is balanced in perspective. Much blame falls on the administration of President Grant. I accept that as true.