Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln's Killer
Description
In the immediate aftermath of Abraham Lincoln's assassination, a nation plunged into grief and chaos witnessed the most intense manhunt in American history. For twelve harrowing days, John Wilkes Booth, the infamous assassin, evaded relentless pursuit across treacherous landscapes, becoming a symbol of both defiance and national trauma. This gripping narrative plunges readers into the heart of the chase, weaving together the perspectives of the hunted and the hunters. Drawing on meticulous research, the story unfolds hour by hour, revealing the intrigue, betrayal, and desperate struggle for justice that captivated a war-weary nation.
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paperback
HarperCollins
Published Feb 7, 2006
733 pages
ISBN: 9780060853471
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Details
First Published
2006
Language
eng
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Content and trigger warnings for Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln's Killer by James L. Swanson.