For example, there were other murder attempts. Lots of original sources, including newspapers, photos, and other images give readers an in-depth look at the events leading up to the assassination, John Wilkes' Booth and his motivation, Lincoln's death, and it's impact on the country at large.Ĭhasing Lincoln’s Killer taught me new things about our 16th president’s death. I’ve never always been a fan of nonfiction, Swanson’s narrative style makes Chasing Lincoln’s Killer enjoyable to read. Readers are immersed in the time and can see "first hand" how Lincoln's death affected a nation that was not yet 100 years old. Samuel Mudd, and other people close to Lincoln. In addition to a detailed look at John Wilkes Booth’s sinister plot, readers also learn more about Edmund Spangler (who held Booth's horse), Dr. This is a detailed, historical presentation of assassination of President Abraham, the government’s 12-day scramble to find and capture the culprit.
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