Synopsis
In the turbulent aftermath of Lincoln's assassination, Emily Pigbush confronts her own personal pain when her mother dies, her friend Annie Surratt's mother is jailed for her role in Lincoln's murder, and she realizes that her physician uncle has become involved in body snatching.
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Rinaldi has woven two interesting plots here into a fine coming-of-age historical novel....Makes readers feel as if they are living in history. Booklist Fast-paced and dramatic, with a wealth of interesting background information....Impressive. Publishers Weekly Deliciously macabre. The Bulletin "
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ANN RINALDI is an award-winning author best known for bringing history vividly to life. She lives in central New Jersey.
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. No Stock Photos! We photograph every item. ex-library with usual markings, some damage to pastedowns, light edge wear to jacket and boards; Chaos reigns in Washington, D.C. President Lincoln has just been assassinated and the city is reeling with fear and suspicion. But to Emily Bransby Pigbush, the turmoil is nothing compared to the personal struggle she faces when she suspects that her uncle, a respected physician, is involved in body snatching. Seller Inventory # 053965
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