The President Has Been Shot: The Assassination of John F. Kennedy

James L. Swanson

Overview

This young-adult book by New York Times bestselling author James Swanson offers a dramatic account of the assassination of John F. Kennedy. Employing a signature "you are there" style, the narrative unfolds with a riveting, ticking-clock pace. Swanson meticulously details one of the most shocking and sad events in American history with impeccable historical accuracy. The book aims to tell the story of the assassination as it has never been told before.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in significant historical events.
• Young adults and students studying American history.
• Fans of James Swanson's "Chasing Lincoln's Killer."

Key features

• Hardcover binding.
• 336 pages.
• Published by Scholastic in 2013.
• ISBN: 9780545490078.
• Includes archival photos, diagrams, source notes, bibliography, and index.