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Mr. Swanson, an attorney and Lincoln scholar, has held a number of government and think-tank posts in Washington, D. C. He has written about history, the Constitution, popular culture, and other subjects for a variety of publications, including The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, and American Heritage. He is the co-author of Lincoln's Assassins: Their Trial and Execution. Mr. Swanson is a member of the advisory committee of the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission.
Don't miss out. Order your copy of James L. Swanson's book, Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln's Killer, from the Surratt House Museum Gift Shop.
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Manhunt to become movie: The film rights to Mr. Swanson's book have been purchased by WaldenMedia. Harrison Ford has been signed to play the role of Col. Everton Conger. Photographs of Surratt House were supplied to an advance team in early November 2005. Buy the book and be one of the first to find out how the story ends. Cost of this book is $25.95 + $3 shipping (Maryland residents add 6% sales tax). Life members of the Surratt Society receive a 15% discount. Books may be ordered by phone (301-868-1121) with VISA or MasterCard or by check or money order mailed to Surratt House Museum, P. O. Box 427, Clinton MD 20735. |
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