the assassin, the crime, and the end of a hopeful vision in chaotic times
Tougas, Joe
2018
"President John F. Kennedy was riding in a motorcade through the streets of Dallas when a gunman fired from a window of a nearby building. Stunned onlookers ran for cover as the president's driver sped toward the hospital. The young leader could not survive his terrible wounds, meaning Lyndon Johnson would take over as president. Police quickly tracked down Kennedy's killer, but his troubling background and puzzling behavior raised questions that seemed impossible to answer. Although Kennedy's life had been cut short, his presidency and his assassination changed the country in ways still felt today"--Provided by publisher.
the assassin, the crime, the hapless doctors, and a president's slow, grim death
Tougas, Joe
2018
"President James Garfield was walking through a train station when a gunman shot him in the back. A mad scene erupted as Garfield bled on the floor and a crowd surrounded the shooter. Who was this strange man and why had he shot the new president? The answers to those questions became clear as Garfield lay wounded, fighting for life while hapless doctors did more harm than good. In a drama that stretched for weeks, the United States saw a second president die from an assassin's bullet. And although it lasted only months, the presidency of James Garfield changed the country in ways few people grasp"--Provided by publisher.
"Movies are a great source of entertainment. Many times, the best parts of movies are the mind-blowing stunts! Readers will be fascinated, educated, and astounded by some of the most amazing movie stunts in recent history"--Provided by the publisher.
A pictorial introduction to Virginia, providing information about its early history, land, and resources, with a look at notable people, places, and events in the state.
An introduction to New York that provides information on the state's earliest settlers, history, geography, famous residents, cities, celebrations, and population.
