Killing Lincoln

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011

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Before You Read

Summary

Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Prologue-Part 1: “Total War”

Part 2: “The Ides of Death”

Part 3: “The Long Good Friday”

Part 4: “The Chase”-Afterword

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Essay Topics

Dreams play a significant role in the narrative and are mentioned several times. Detail the times that dreams are mentioned and what these passages imply about dreams.

List the various conspirators that are a part of Booth’s plan and what their roles are. Are they successful in carrying out their tasks? Why or why not?

Discuss the various plots against Lincoln, including the assassination plot from ideation to the final act.