The Southerner: A Romance of the Real Lincoln

The Southerner: A Romance of the Real Lincoln is a provocative historical novel by Thomas Dixon that presents a personal and often controversial view of Abraham Lincoln focusing on the complexities of his character and leadership during the American Civil War. The novel portrays Lincoln not as the hero often celebrated in popular narratives but as a more humanized and in some ways flawed figure.The story centers on the character of a Southern man who through the lens of his own experiences and views seeks to understand the actions and motivations of the Northern president. The narrative explores themes of honor loyalty and the tension between personal conviction and the political realities of war. The protagonist’s journey reveals his deep admiration for the Southern way of life contrasting it with the perceived northern ideals that Lincoln champions.