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Ambushed!: The Assassination Plot Against President Garfield (Medical Fiascoes),Used
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Winner of the 2022 YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults AwardThis thrilling title for young readers blends science, history, and medical mysteries to tell the story of the assassination and ultimately horrible death of President James Garfield.James Abram Garfield, the 20th President of the United States, was assassinated when he was shot by Charles Guiteau in July 1881, less than four months after he was elected president. But Garfield didnt actually die until 80 days later. In this pageturner, awardwinning author Gail Jarrow delves into the fascinating story of the relationship between Garfield and Guiteau, and relates the gruesome details of Garfields slow and agonizing death. She reveals medical mistakes made in the aftermath of Garfields assassination, including the faulty diagnoses and outdated treatments that led to the presidents demise. This gripping blend of science, history, and mysterythe latest title in the Medical Fiascoes seriesis nonfiction for kids at its best: exciting and relevant and packed with plenty of villains and horrifying facts.
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