He has written several books and articles on the Civil War. This is an interesting book to read about how Jefferson Davis became a symbol of the Lost Cause and of the Confederacy. There are many quotes, bibliographical references, notes, interesting illustrations and an index in this book. Collins clarifies that Davis was not captured wearing a dress, as some Northern propagandist had said. He says, “Davis’ wife threw a shawl over his head and he threw a raglan over his shoulders to avoid detection” (p. 17). This book belongs in any Civil War collection.