Bloody Times - The Funeral of Abraham Lincoln and the Manhunt for Jefferson Davis

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 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 details

• Authors: James L Swanson, James L. Swanson, Swanson James L.
• Publisher: Harper Collins Usa
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 8 to 12
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.12.2018
• EAN: 9780061560927
• ISBN: 978-0-06-156092-7
• No. of pages: 208
• Dimensions: 152 mm x 229 mm x 13 mm
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > History, politics; United States of America, USA, Children’s / Teenage general interest: History and the past, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Places and peoples, JUVENILE NONFICTION: Biography & Autobiography / Women, JUVENILE NONFICTION: Biography & Autobiography / Political, JUVENILE NONFICTION: Activity Books / General, JUVENILE NONFICTION: Biography & Autobiography / Historical, JUVENILE NONFICTION: Law & Crime, JUVENILE NONFICTION: Social Topics / Violence