42 pages 1 hour read

James L. Swanson

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

Nonfiction | Biography | YA | Published in 2013

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

The President Has Been Shot! by James L. Swanson is a non-fiction history book for teens that covers the life and presidency of John F. Kennedy, focusing on his assassination by Lee Harvey Oswald in Dallas in November 1963 and its subsequent impact on the American public and media. The book also explores Kennedy's rise in politics, his Cold War policies, and his advocacy for civil rights reform. It includes graphic descriptions of a historical assassination and political violence.

Reviews & Readership

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The President Has Been Shot! by James L. Swanson is lauded for its engaging and detailed recounting of JFK’s assassination, making history accessible to younger readers. Swanson’s vivid narrative and use of historical photos enhance the storytelling. However, some reviewers note that while the book is informative, it may occasionally oversimplify complex events.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The President Has Been Shot!?

A reader fascinated by historical events, particularly U.S. history, will be captivated by James L. Swanson's The President Has Been Shot!. This book appeals to those who enjoyed Killing Kennedy by Bill O'Reilly and Chasing Lincoln's Killer by Swanson, offering a gripping, well-researched narrative of the JFK assassination.

RecommendedReading Age

12-18years

Lexile Level

1080L

Book Details

Topics

History: U.S.

Politics / Government

Crime / Legal

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance

Society: Politics & Government

Values/Ideas: Fame

Genre

Children's Literature

Biography