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The Day Lincoln Was Shot
by
Jim Bishop
Gripping, minute-by-minute account of the day President Lincoln was struck down by an assassin's bullet in Ford's Theatre. Parallels of the activities of the President with those of his assassin in an unforgettable, suspense- filled chronicle. 320 pages.
Hardcover, 320 pages
Published
August 22nd 1984
by Gramercy
(first published 1955)
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This is an hour by hour account of the events leading to Lincoln's assassination by John Wilkes Booth. Jim Bishop's ability to capture the political mood of the era and the times and lives of people is nothing short of spectacular if not magical. The reader will discover that the chain of events leading to the death of Lincoln was filled with twists and turns. From Lincoln's strange dream that he was going to be assassinated to John Wilkes Booth failed multiple plans to kidnap and then kill the...more
Q. Kelly A few months ago, my grandmother said she had too many books and to come grab 'em up. So I went. And grabbed. A lot. Old MAD magazines and books nonfiction and fiction, of all genres. I've read six of these books so far and rated some on Goodreads (I particularly liked "Gaming the Vote: Why Elections Aren't Fair"). But this is my first written review of a book from that stash. "The Day Lincoln Was Shot" by Jim Bishop touched me in a way that is hard to explain. It probably has something...more
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El día de ayer, pero 1865 el presidente gringo Abraham Lincoln recibió un balazo en la sien a manos de John Wilkes Booth. A pesar de que el disparo fue mortal, Lincoln murió hasta las 7:22 del día 15. El título del post corresponde a la "novela/documental" sobre el día en que Lincoln murió. El autor, Jim Bishop, llevó a cabo una investigación detallada sobre la muerte del presidente con datos originales de los eventos, desde las 7 am del 14 de abril, hasta las 7 am del 15.
El l...more
El día de ayer, pero 1865 el presidente gringo Abraham Lincoln recibió un balazo en la sien a manos de John Wilkes Booth. A pesar de que el disparo fue mortal, Lincoln murió hasta las 7:22 del día 15. El título del post corresponde a la "novela/documental" sobre el día en que Lincoln murió. El autor, Jim Bishop, llevó a cabo una investigación detallada sobre la muerte del presidente con datos originales de los eventos, desde las 7 am del 14 de abril, hasta las 7 am del 15.
El l...more
A very interesting and compelling telling of the events leading to the assassination of President Lincoln. Very well written. There were a few parts that were a little gory, but very true to the actual events.
I read this book - paperback version - in high school. Had forgotten how well it was researched, how much detail Bishop included in the story and developing the truth about the characters.
The book covers from early in the morning of April 14, 1865 to just after 7 on the morning of the 15th when Lincoln finally passed away.
He was a very good writer and did considerable research before writing the book.
Mary Anne Moore found it - hard cover - at a used book sale, got it and sent it to me.
This is r...more
The book covers from early in the morning of April 14, 1865 to just after 7 on the morning of the 15th when Lincoln finally passed away.
He was a very good writer and did considerable research before writing the book.
Mary Anne Moore found it - hard cover - at a used book sale, got it and sent it to me.
This is r...more
A detailed account of the 24 hours leading up to Lincoln's assassinations. I was generally unfamiliar with the story so I found much of interest in Mr. Bishop's account. It is more than a timeline, as he deftly delves into the life of each major participant. For instance I had no idea that there were co-conspirators and that other officials including the Vice President were targeted that day. This is my first foray into Civil War history, and I know I shall read much more as a result of the inte...more
All history books should be written by Jim Bishop. He is able to bring the past to life with wonderful story telling that doesn't lose any details. This book taught me more about Lincoln than I have ever gotten out of classes and lessons. I had no clue that he disliked his wife and that John W Booth had failed so many times in his attempts. The deep research involved in such a writing must make it almost impossible to create history books in its image. Yet, we could do with less encyclopedia-lik...more
I read this book ages ago, yet I still remember how it grabbed hold of me and wouldn't let go. Let's face it, we all know how the story ends, so no surprises there. Yet the author absolutely made these few days in history come alive. And I really had / have no interest in this time period. Well, at least not from a Northener's perspective. Gone With The Wind had made such an impression on me that I was never a Lincoln fan.
This book was fascinating. I highly recommend it.
This book was fascinating. I highly recommend it.
What a great presentation of very well researched facts. It reads like a mystery, even though you know the ending. It also shows how our security has had to evolve according to the evolution of our society (or de-evolution). This is a 1953 book, but it connects to this decades politics too.
I LOVE this book!!! An old classic for Civil War students and one of my all-time favorites! An hour by hour journal of the 12 hours before and 12 hours after Lincoln is shot, as well as some very interesting background info. Makes you feel as if you were there....which I admit, I wish I were....:)
I found this book on my parents' bookshelf when I was in high school. I think I read it twice a year for the next five years. It is a masterful telling of a historical event. The hour by hour account of the day Lincoln died reads like a gritty crime novel that you can't put down.
If you haven't noticed the trend in my reading this book should help you discover my passion for reading, history, true history. Bishop does a good job of reinforcing known facts, dispelling myths and providing the reason for Lincoln's death.
Read this in high school and I still remember what a great read it was. A historical recreation that reads like a novel. The story of events surrounding the assassination of the president. Great read for history buffs or anyone else.
An hour by hour account of the day Lincoln got shot. A very well written book that has the reader craving for more information as you read it. Who need the show 24 when you have a great story like this one that is real!
What a great glance at such a powerful point of American history. I wish the author had finished the story past the 24 hour mark. I would have liked greater details about the capture of the conspirators but just the same I enjoyed the book immensely.
This was such a good read. I read it after reading the Day Lincoln Was Shot. I was familiar with all of the people so it made for an even more in depth understanding.
This is my second reading, actually...listening. Both times I experienced The Day Lincoln was Shot as an audiobook. The narrator was first rate. Lots of details and insights. Glad I listened to it a second time.
Along with Kenndy this in my opinion was another cover up. maybe one of the best well known presidents, only to have his life ended by a bullet. Really enjoyed the book
I'm not a history buff, but the hour-by-hour, detailed account of the day that President Lincoln was shot was captivating, interesting, and informative.
Lincoln's assassination presented Law & Order style, some 40-odd years before Law & Order existed. Check out "The Day Christ Died" as well.
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It's a short book, but for 24 hours of real time, one can really get a feel for the chaos of the day. Well done.
This was an excellent non-fiction account giving numerous details and insights of which I was unaware.
25 years in the making, it seems a shame to read it so quickly. a masterpiece. jim bishop must have had more cameras spread about than the kardashians
This was my grandfather's book - but it was brilliant. Very detailed account of Lincoln's last 48 hours.
In high school I was obsessed with reading about Abraham Lincoln. This was the book that started it all.
Very good read. Finished it two days before I got to go to Ford's Theatre. That made it much better.
This was an excellent, factual history of the 24 hour period (plus a few hours and a couple chapters of background) surrounding Lincoln's death. The book reads like a novel (probably due as much to the event itself as the writing) and is very well researched. The author is clear about his intentions and about what portions of the book are his best guesses rather than uncontroverted fact. This is not just the story of Lincoln and John Wilkes Booth, but rather provides great information about all...more
I love history so I really enjoyed this book! I would recommend to anyone who likes history!
I thought it was both well written and informative.
I really loved this book and can't wait to read "Manhunt!"
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James Alonzo "Jim" Bishop (November 21, 1907 – July 26, 1987) was an American journalist and author.
Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, he dropped out of school after eighth grade. In 1923, he studied typing, shorthand and bookkeeping, and in 1929 began work as a copy boy at the New York Daily News. In 1930, he got a job as a cub reporter at New York Daily Mirror, where he worked until 1943, when he...more
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Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, he dropped out of school after eighth grade. In 1923, he studied typing, shorthand and bookkeeping, and in 1929 began work as a copy boy at the New York Daily News. In 1930, he got a job as a cub reporter at New York Daily Mirror, where he worked until 1943, when he...more
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