Isbn: 9781499810448 - murder on the baltimore express: the plot to keep abraham lincoln from becoming president (8 Ergebnisse)

Hardback. Zustand: Good. Someone wants to murder Abraham Lincoln! This thrilling, true story reveals how a deadly plot to assassinate the President was discovered and how a daring detective whisked Lincoln to safety, changing the course of history. Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best books of 2021 (#cplbest)! "A perfect example of excellent narrative nonfiction and a must-have."--School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW "Interesting, well-researched, and very well done." --Kirkus Reviews "As Jurmain points out in her thoroughly documented biographical thriller, it was a dangerous ride.The train ride that brought Lincoln home in 1865 has received more attention, but readers may find this one just as memorable."--Booklist In February 1861, Abraham Lincoln set out on a triumphant 2,000 mile cross-country railroad trip that would take him from his home in Springfield, Illinois, to his Presidential inauguration in Washington, D.C. But danger was around the bend, as a band of fanatic southern Confederate sympathizers were desperate for Lincoln to die. Furious at the new president's desire to end slavery, they devised a plan. Lincoln would be murdered by an assassin's bullet in Baltimore. As rushing railway trains carried Abraham Lincoln towards disaster, Detective Allan Pinkerton sniffed out the plot-and he and his detective assistants hatched a daring plan of their own. Dive into this incredibly fun and suspenseful true story and learn about Lincoln's great escape.…

Hardback. Zustand: Fair. Someone wants to murder Abraham Lincoln! This thrilling, true story reveals how a deadly plot to assassinate the President was discovered and how a daring detective whisked Lincoln to safety, changing the course of history. Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best books of 2021 (#cplbest)! "A perfect example of excellent narrative nonfiction and a must-have."--School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW "Interesting, well-researched, and very well done." --Kirkus Reviews "As Jurmain points out in her thoroughly documented biographical thriller, it was a dangerous ride.The train ride that brought Lincoln home in 1865 has received more attention, but readers may find this one just as memorable."--Booklist In February 1861, Abraham Lincoln set out on a triumphant 2,000 mile cross-country railroad trip that would take him from his home in Springfield, Illinois, to his Presidential inauguration in Washington, D.C. But danger was around the bend, as a band of fanatic southern Confederate sympathizers were desperate for Lincoln to die. Furious at the new president's desire to end slavery, they devised a plan. Lincoln would be murdered by an assassin's bullet in Baltimore. As rushing railway trains carried Abraham Lincoln towards disaster, Detective Allan Pinkerton sniffed out the plot-and he and his detective assistants hatched a daring plan of their own. Dive into this incredibly fun and suspenseful true story and learn about Lincoln's great escape.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Zustand: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Zustand: New. Hardcover. Publisher overstock, may contain remainder mark on edge.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.