Kennedy's Last Days: The Assassination that Defined a Generation

This riveting account of the horrific assassination of President John Fitzgerald Kennedy is adapted from Bill O'Reilly's bestselling "Killing Kennedy." This fascinating, illustrated edition is designed for age 10 and over. The author chronicles a valuable, historical narrative of the tragedy that not only changed my generation, but the entire nation. Bill O'Reilly presents information on the shocking events leading to the assassination, the political crisis JFK was facing, and life of JFK and his family in the public eye. In addition, the author describes an angry drifter, known as Lee Harvey Oswald, who was taken into police custody while accused of the most notorious crime of the twentieth century. The prime suspect escapes, is captured, then shot dead, and I remember quite well watching the TV with my dad as Oswald fell to the ground. This horrifying event repeated itself on the News, as much as the chaos of the scene of JFK in the car, after the shooting. One of the worst memories planted in my mind was JFK's funeral, with his wife and two very young helpless children as they stood in silence, while the entire country mourned. One of my best memories of when JFK took office was looking forward to his brother visiting my school, and always viewing the passion JFK had for his children. Bill O'Reilly describes in detail a gripping, thrilling story of a day that marked history as it shed darkness into the world. In conclusion, he also highlights a brave leader, a hero, and a President who wanted to make the world a better place to live in. My dad never forgot Pearl Harbor, my daughters will never forget 9/11 and I remember November 22, 1963, as if it were yesterday. Despite all conspiracy theories, questions unanswered about Oswald's reason for action, or if he acted alone and mysterious findings in the investigations, the answers will never be found. However, the terrifying assassination of JFK and the consequences of this tragedy, along with changes that took place in that era, can never be forgotten. Most important, there is indeed a marked difference in presenting a thrilling historical story that one is an expert on researching, in comparison to living through those uneasy years of sadness, chaos and discontent. Insightful, captivating, and concise. Highly recommended!--Geraldine Ahearn(Author Geri Ahearn)

My grandsons are 8 and 13, and both became immensley interested in learning about JFK's assassination. I bought this for the 13 year old, who had read O'Reilly's original Killing Kennedy. The 8 year old grabbed it and refused to put it down at bed time. He is always resistant to do his required 20 minute reading each night. For some one this young who is interested in history it was able to be grasped and understood. I do believe it's targeted for kids in Middle School and certainly comprehendable for that age group. But as I mentioned, for those interested kids that are younger it was a book that was understood, informative and enjoyable. I have found that based on both boys interest in the subject that I have purchased several more JFK materials including Oliver Stone's JFK DVD and the documentary Executive Action which was from 1974. I would encourage grandparents (my age group) to pass along this subject matter to any receptive grandchildren, and to even encourage those who have not had a lot of exposure to this most dramatic period in our country's history. I'm thrilled 'my boys' eat it up like they do.

I read the book and i enjoyed it. It didn't bring any new items to the table other than the fact that Kennedy was a sex fiend. I kind of forgot how badly he botched up a lot of very important issues and the PT boat bit went a little over the top, but it was an interesting read. I am not convinced that i like O'reilly's style, but overall it was ok.

I was 12 yrs old when Kennedy was assassinated and it has always been a huge event in my life. I went to a Catholic school and on that day, November 22nd in 1963, our teacher told us that our President had just been killed. Bill O'Reilly not only filled in all the details of what was happening those last days before the assassination but also gave me a history lesson of real events that took place. This book is full of drama and emotion and every child from middle school on up should read it. It will seem like a gripping book of fiction and before you know it, you can't put it down!

Bill O Reilly is a true statesman! He is by far and above, a much better "father of our nation" than we have now. A president is to always remember that they are at all times considered "father of our nation". Lincoln's book just as great! I'm reading "Keeping it Pithy", very good thus far. I would like Bill to have on sometime Mark Levin . I think Mark is at times unfair about his comments on Bill. I like them both. As conservitives go, our job is not to anger the left, but to understand their reason of belief and educate them. Thanks, Rick Garlock, Lubbock, Tx.

This is not, by any means, a scholarly book, although it’s entertaining enough. Just don’t expect to get much learning done!

Loved everyone of Bill O'Reilly's and martin Dugards books. I suggest everyone read these books. With Lincoln I felt like I was in the room with him when he was dying. All the other Killing Books I couldn't put down and I learned a lot of history. I bought all the childrens versions for my grandaughter as I feel our scholl system no longer teachers our history properly. Just bout the Patton Movie that I saw years ago but this time around I should be able to get a better understanding af the Great General Patton after reading Bill and Martin's books. Great reading.

I got the book for my great niece who is ten years old. I read the book before giving it to her. I didn't want to give it to her if it was too graphic. I loved it myself and the pictures are really good also. I watched tv that terrible day. the pictures brought it all back as they always do. my great niece has not started the book yet as she said "I have started another book so I have to finish it first, but the pictures are nice."

Great book

Brilliant work by O'Reilly and Dugard on a important historical event for kids. These guys are just CLASS and their presentation is superb for the age group.