The assassination of John F. Kennedy : death of the new frontier

Each of the titles in this series examines a major historical watershed.

The authors recount the chain of events leading up to the event and the repercussions, both immediate and long-term.

They also evaluate the concept of a turning point, assessing in what way this event qualifies.

Differing interpretations are discussed, showing how history is informed by a complicated web of divergent views.