Chapter I: Preface

In the personality and exploits of the "Special Messenger,"
the author has been assured that a celebrated historical
character is recognizable--Miss Boyd, the famous Confederate
scout and spy.

It is not uncommon that the readers of a book know more
about that book than the author.
R. W. C.

CONTENTS

PART ONE

WHAT SHE WAS
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I. Noncombatants 3