Frank j williams michael burkhimer (38 risultati)

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. Mary Lincoln is a lightning rod for controversy. Stories reveal widely different interpretations, and it is impossible to write a definitive version of her life that will suit everyone. The thirteen engaging essays in this collection introduce Mary Lincoln?s complex nature and show how she is viewed today. The authors? explanations of her personal and private image stem from a variety of backgrounds, and through these lenses?history, theater, graphic arts, and psychiatry?they present their latest research and assessments. Here they reveal the effects of familial culture and society on her life and give a broader assessment of Mary Lincoln as a woman, wife, and mother. Topics include Mary?s childhood in Kentucky, the early years of her marriage to Abraham, Mary?s love of travel and fashion, the presidential couple?s political partnership, and Mary?s relationship with her son Robert. The fascinating epilogue meditates on Mary Lincoln?s universal appeal and her enigmatic personality, showcasing the dramatic differences in interpretations. With gripping prose and in-depth documentation, this anthology will capture the imagination of all readers.…

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. Mary Lincoln is a lightning rod for controversy. Stories reveal widely different interpretations, and it is impossible to write a definitive version of her life that will suit everyone. The thirteen engaging essays in this collection introduce Mary Lincoln?s complex nature and show how she is viewed today. The authors? explanations of her personal and private image stem from a variety of backgrounds, and through these lenses?history, theater, graphic arts, and psychiatry?they present their latest research and assessments. Here they reveal the effects of familial culture and society on her life and give a broader assessment of Mary Lincoln as a woman, wife, and mother. Topics include Mary?s childhood in Kentucky, the early years of her marriage to Abraham, Mary?s love of travel and fashion, the presidential couple?s political partnership, and Mary?s relationship with her son Robert. The fascinating epilogue meditates on Mary Lincoln?s universal appeal and her enigmatic personality, showcasing the dramatic differences in interpretations. With gripping prose and in-depth documentation, this anthology will capture the imagination of all readers.…

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Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Good - Bumped and creased book with tears to the extremities, but not affecting the text block, may have remainder mark or previous owner's name - GOOD Standard-sized.

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hardcover. Condizione: Fine. in original shrinkwrap With very good dust jacket. Very Good hardcover with light shelfwear - NICE! Standard-sized.

paperback. Condizione: Fine.

paperback. Condizione: Very Good.

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. 376pp. Photos sent on request. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Hardcover (Original Cloth). Condizione: Near Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. 1st Edition. Dust Jacket is in fine condition without tears or chips or other damage. Previous owner's inscription in ink. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Americana; 19th century; Presidents. ISBN: 0809331241. ISBN/EAN: 9780809331246. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 22785. …

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Hard Cover. Condizione: NF. Condizione sovraccoperta: NF. First Edition, First Printing. Octavo. Black cloth covered boards and spine with shiny gilt lettering on the spine. Book has a faint bump at the head of the spine. Tan endpapers. Binding is straight and tight. Pages are all clean, white, and crisp. 214 pages. Illustrated with a few photographs and artwork. Dust Jacket - has a nearly unnoticable trace of rubbing at the extreme tips of the two upper outside corners - jacket is otherwise clean, bright, and sharp. A lovely copy.…

Hardcover. Condizione: As New. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. 1st Edition. This in depth analysis of the assassination of Abraham Lincoln looks at the crime from numerous angles. The book is as new. The dust jacket is fine with one crease back side. Ships to USA addresses only; media mail. Proceeds benefit adult literacy.…

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. Most Americans are aware that their sixteenth president was mortally wounded by a man named Booth at a Washington theater in April 1865. These are facts that nobody can dispute. However, a closer look at this history-changing catastrophe raises questions that have still not been fully answered. The passing of the 150th anniversary of the United States first presidential assassination is an ideal time for students and scholars to consider these questions. The Lincoln Assassination Riddle explores the persistent mysteries of the assassination with contributions from leading expertsBurrus M. Carnahan, Joan L. Chaconas, Michael S. Green, Michael Kauffman, Betsy J. Ownsbey, Edward Steers Jr., Tom Turner, and otherswho approach the crime from a variety of perspectives. Each focuses on one controversial or compelling topicamong them the extent of the conspiracy to kill President Lincoln, whether Lincoln can be regarded as a martyr to voting rights, a new analysis of John Wilkes Booth and his relationship with the Confederate government and how it affected the plot, the forensics of Lincolns death, and whether modern medicine could have saved the president. Also included are important discussions of Booths escape route in southern Maryland and its effects on the assassination. Controversial figures like Louis Weichmann and Mary and John Surratt are profiled and the evidence against them examined. There is little doubt that the assassination of Abraham Lincoln changed the course of American history in ways we are still dealing with today. The course of racial justice in the United States was forever altered by Booths bullet. This volume will challenge and delight readers who are interested in getting to know everything they canabout this epic and tragic event and in untangling the riddle of the Lincoln assassination. Explores the persistent mysteries of Lincolns assassination, with contributions from leading experts who approach the crime from a variety of perspectives. Each focuses on one controversial or compelling topic. This volume will challenge and delight readers who are interested in getting to know everything they can about this epic and tragic event. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good in Dustjacket. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. First Edition. Kent. 2016. May 2016. Kent State University Press. 1st American Edition. Very Good in Dustjacket. 9781606352953. True Crime History. 6 x 9. illustrations, notes, index. May 2016. hardcover. keywords: History America Abraham Lincoln True Crime. DESCRIPTION - Most Americans are aware that their sixteenth president was mortally wounded by a man named Booth at a Washington theater in April 1865. These are facts that nobody can dispute. However, a closer look at this history-changing catastrophe raises questions that have still not been fully answered. The passing of the 150th anniversary of the United States' first presidential assassination is an ideal time for students and scholars to consider these questions. The Lincoln Assassination Riddle explores the persistent mysteries of the assassination with contributions from leading experts - Burrus M. Carnahan, Joan L. Chaconas, Michael S. Green, Michael Kauffman, Betsy J. Ownsbey, Edward Steers Jr., Tom Turner, and others - who approach the crime from a variety of perspectives. Each focuses on one controversial or compelling topic - among them the extent of the conspiracy to kill President Lincoln, whether Lincoln can be regarded as a martyr to voting rights, a new analysis of John Wilkes Booth and his relationship with the Confederate government and how it affected the plot, the forensics of Lincoln's death, and whether modern medicine could have saved the president. Also included are important discussions of Booth's escape route in southern Maryland and its effects on the assassination. Controversial figures like Louis Weichmann and Mary and John Surratt are profiled and the evidence against them examined. There is little doubt that the assassination of Abraham Lincoln changed the course of American history in ways we are still dealing with today. The course of racial justice in the United States was forever altered by Booth's bullet. This volume will challenge and delight readers who are interested in getting to know everything they can about this epic and tragic event and in untangling the riddle of the Lincoln assassination. inventory #42817. …

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Paperback. Condizione: New. In this fascinating collection, thirteen engaging authors share their views of Mary Lincoln's complex nature and show how she is viewed today. With a superb blend of private and public views of her life, mixed with gripping prose and in-depth documentation, this anthology sheds new light on the enigmatic Mary Lincoln and will capture the imagination of all readers.…

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

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Condizione: New. Explores the persistent mysteries of Lincoln's assassination, with contributions from leading experts who approach the crime from a variety of perspectives. Each focuses on one controversial or compelling topic. This volume will challenge and delight readers who are interested in getting to know everything they can about this epic and tragic event. Editor(s): Williams, Frank J.; Burkhimer, Michael. Series: True Crime History. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrated. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; JPWL1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 454. . 2016. . . . .…

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 392 pages. 6.00x1.00x8.00 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. Condizione: Brand New. 214 pages. 9.25x6.50x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: New. Explores the persistent mysteries of Lincoln's assassination, with contributions from leading experts who approach the crime from a variety of perspectives. Each focuses on one controversial or compelling topic. This volume will challenge and delight readers who are interested in getting to know everything they can about this epic and tragic event. Editor(s): Williams, Frank J.; Burkhimer, Michael. Series: True Crime History. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrated. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; JPWL1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 454. . 2016. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

Paperback / softback. Condizione: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

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