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Bloody Times: Funeral of Abraham Lincoln and the Manhunt for Jefferson Davis
Presents a juxtaposition of two leaders of one nation. From the opening pages, young readers are engaged and drawn into the intersecting storylines of these American leaders. Providing brief histories of each person in their early life and picks up in great detail at the fall of Richmond. Each chapter allows the reader to walk in the footsteps of Davis and Lincoln and where their end of the war journeys took them. Read the very words of Lincoln and Davis from personal letters and public address. Historical photographs, campaign advertisements, tickets, and invitations are scattered through the pages adding a visual account to history. Suitable for any Lincoln or Civil War enthusiast. Pgs. 196, pb. ~Rebecca
New York Times bestselling author James L. Swanson brings to life the fast-paced, suspense-filled story of Abraham Lincoln's and Jefferson Davis's final journeys through our wounded nation following the Civil War. This middle grade nonfiction book is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 7 to 8, especially during homeschooling. It’s a fun way to keep your child entertained and engaged while not in the classroom.
This suspense-filled true-crime thriller—the young readers’ adaptation of Swanson’s Bloody Crimes—explores two epic events of the Civil War era: the manhunt to apprehend Confederate president Jefferson Davis in the wake of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination and the momentous 20-day funeral pageant that brought President Lincoln’s body from Washington, DC to his home in Springfield.
Full of fascinating twists and turns, and lavishly illustrated with dozens of rare historical images, Bloody Times captures the riveting stories of these two fallen leaders who changed the course of history. It’s perfect for young readers who enjoy dramatic nonfiction tales from the likes of Steve Sheinkin and Patricia McCormick.
This book contains a note from the author, a glossary, a list of important Civil War figures, and a guide to visiting the historic sites mentioned within. A companion to the bestselling and highly acclaimed Chasing Lincoln's Killer.
Product Format: | Paperback |
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Brand: | HarperCollins |
Author: | James L. Swanson |
Grades: | 3-7 |
ISBN: | 9780061560927 |
Length in Inches: | 9 |
Width in Inches: | 6 |
Height in Inches: | 0.5 |
Weight in Pounds: | 0.5 |