Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Though the assassination of the Great Emancipator is an extremely important and much written about topic in American history, this superbly written title featuring wonderful photos is the definitive read on the subject for the teenage audience. The author nimbly recounts the actions of that fateful night at Ford's Theatre and provides both the political context and compelling background information.
Synopsis
An Important Examination of the Circumstances Surrounding Eight Tragic Moments in American History This important series explores some of the most dramatic events in American history, namely the cold-blooded assassinations of four of our presidents and four other American political leaders. Each title vividly recounts the days leading up to the heinous crime, the political and social context of the time, the goals of the political figure, and the depraved mind of the assassin. The combination of intrigue and historical fact, and the candid look into the public and private response to these crimes provides fascinating reading for all young adults who are interested in history and politics. By placing these untimely deaths in an easy-to-follow and interesting historical and political context, these books are a must-have for all libraries.
Table of Contents
The night Lincoln was shot -- The climate surrounding the assassination -- John Wilkes Booth and the unfolding of the assassination -- The reaction to President Lincoln's assassination -- How Lincoln's assassination changed the course of history.