Daniel Bayard and Carl Craig Announce The Synergy of Art & Literature’s Southern Tour
In Conjunction with Triumph To Tragedy’s Book Five & Six Release
West Palm Beach, FL — The latest installment in the acclaimed historical series, Triumph To Tragedy, will be unveiled on November 18th with the simultaneous release of Books Five and Six, casting a fresh spotlight on the tumultuous years following the Haitian Revolution.
The new books will be unveiled on the anniversary of one of the most important events in Haitian History: the famed Battle of Vertières, the last major battle of Napoleon’s Saint-Domingue expedition, and the final victory of the Haitian Revolution. It was fought on November 18th, 1803 between the rebel Indigenous Army under Jean Jacques Dessalines and François Capois, and French forces under Donatien de Rochambeau, who were committed to regaining control of the island.
Nova Southeastern University - Ranked Amongst the Top 25 in the Country
The prestigious Nova Southeastern University has been chosen as the venue to host this first of many South Florida events to release the books. NSU is the largest private research university in Florida, honored by the Carnegie Foundation Community Engagement Classification and designated as an Opportunity College and University — national distinctions that reflect its mission to make a meaningful impact.
New Book Release Chronicles the Hispaniola Unification
The new volumes delve into the gripping saga of Jean-Pierre Boyer and Marie-Madeleine Lachenais, two towering figures whose partnership shaped the destiny of Hispaniola.
Set in the aftermath of revolution, the narrative follows Jean-Pierre Boyer, who, at forty-six, ascended to the presidency of Ayiti (Haiti). Boyer, of mixed-race heritage and renowned for his political acumen, emerges as a leader determined to unify the island under his rule. His vision of manifest destiny propels him to look beyond Haiti’s borders, setting his sights on the east, officially named the Captaincy General of Santo Domingo by the Spain.
Yet, as the book reveals, the true architect behind the scenes is Marie-Madeleine Lachenais, known affectionately as Joute. At forty-four, Lachenais is celebrated not only for her beauty but for her formidable intellect and political savvy. Though her name is seldom found in official records, her influence permeates the national palace, guiding policy and shaping the nation’s future.
Book Five - Unification
and Book Six - Dissolution
Triumph To Tragedy Book Five paints a vivid portrait of their partnership—a union marked by ambition, intimacy, and a shared vision for a unified Hispaniola. The narrative delves into the complexities of power, the subtle maneuverings within the palace, and the broader struggle for liberty and sovereignty that characterized the era. Book Six delves into the complexities of a unified island and the Dominican Revolution.
Historians and readers alike have praised the series for its meticulous research and compelling storytelling, receiving the 2024 Impact Book Award for Historical Fiction. The latest volumes promise to deepen understanding of a pivotal period in Caribbean history, and illuminate the personal and political forces that drove the unification of the island.
The new books will soon be available at major retailers and online at our bookstore.