42 pages • 1 hour read
James L. SwansonThe President Has Been Shot!: The Assassination of John F. Kennedy
Nonfiction | Biography | YA | Published in 2013A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
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
Review Roundup
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 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
12-18yearsLexile Level
1080L