by James L. Swanson (Author)
Chasing Lincoln's Killer is based on James L. Swanson's New York Times bestselling book, Manhunt, also an Apple TV+ Series.
Based on rare archival material, obscure trial manuscripts, and interviews with relatives of the conspirators and the manhunters, Chasing Lincoln's Killer is a fast-paced thriller about the pursuit and capture of John Wilkes Booth: a wild twelve-day chase through the streets of Washington, D.C., across the swamps of Maryland, and into the forests of Virginia.
Author Biography
James L. Swanson is the award-winning author of the bestseller Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln's Killer. His other books include Chasing Lincoln's Killer, an adaptation of Manhunt for young adults, and his follow-up, "The President Has Been Shot!: The Assassination of John F. Kennedy", which was a finalist for the YALSA-ALA Excellence in Young Adult Nonfiction award. He has held a number of government and think-tank posts in Washington, D.C.
Number of Pages: 208
Dimensions: 0.78 x 8.4 x 5.74 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: February 01, 2009
Award: Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award (2010)
Award: South Carolina Childrens, Junior and Young Adult Book Award (2011)
Award: Black-Eyed Susan Award (2011)
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Chasing Lincoln's Killer
Interest Level: Upper Middle Grades, 6 and up
Reading Level: 7.5
Point Value: 6
