A. Lincoln: His Last 24 Hours - Hardcover

Reck, W. Emerson

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0899502164 ISBN 13: 9780899502168

Publisher: McFarland Publishing, 1987

Synopsis

Mystery and speculation have been associated with the assassination of Abraham Lincoln for more than a century. Here is a thorough documentation, based on 30 years of research, of the activities and struggles of the President during his last day, along with events leading up to the assassination. Eyewitness accounts, never-before-published facts, Booth’s activities on April 14, the reaction of the city, physician’s efforts—and many other factors large and small are covered. A four-part appendix explains still unresolved mysteries surrounding this fascinating historical event. Photos are generally the rare and the little-seen, including a few never before published.

About this title

From School Library Journal:

YA This short but scholarly book details those fateful hours of April 14, 1865. Every incident of the day is included, from the moment Lincoln arose until that evening when he died. Although basically a research book, it has a readable narrative style that sweeps readers along into the events of the day. Thus it should appeal to various types of students. Numerous illustrations, both photographs and drawings, add interest and realism. An appendix recounts some of the unsolved mysteries surrounding Lincoln's assassination. These include the suitability of his bodyguard that evening and the uncertainty of the autopsy findings. Extensive footnotes help to authenticate the material, and a lengthy bibliography documents the research. Peggie Case Paulus, St. John's School, Houston
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Review:

"highly readable" -- VOYA

"painstakingly re-creates Lincoln's every movement as well as that of his murderer" -- Booklist/RBB

"recommended" -- Choice

"sweeps readers along" -- School Library Journal

About this edition

• Publisher: McFarland Publishing
• Publication date: 1987
• ISBN 10: 0899502164
• ISBN 13: 9780899502168
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 232