Discussions led by Allen Guelzo, Catherine Clinton and James Swanson

Washington, D.C. – Ford’s Theatre Society presents a series of free readings and book signings with Lincoln historians Allen Guelzo, Catherine Clinton and James Swanson in early 2010. These events are offered as part of the 4 p.m. timed-entry schedule for Ford’s Theatre (4 p.m. Museum entry; 4:30 p.m. theatre entry; 4:45 p.m. author discussion; 5:30 p.m. book signing in Ford’s Theatre Lobby).

Lincoln and Douglas: The Debates that Defined America
With Allen Guelzo
Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Allen Guelzo, Director of the Civil War Era Studies program at Gettysburg College, will read excerpts from Lincoln and Douglas: The Debates that Defined America on Wednesday, February 3. Guelzo’s book addresses the significance of the seven senatorial debates that propelled the issue of slavery onto the national stage and laid the foundation for a new era in American history.

Mrs. Lincoln: A Life
With Catherine Clinton
Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Catherine Clinton takes the Ford’s Theatre stage on Tuesday, April 6, for a discussion of her book Mrs. Lincoln: A Life. An intimate portrait of the remarkable life of Mary Todd Lincoln, Clinton’s book thoughtfully addresses the misfortunes of Mary Lincoln: the horror of the American Civil War, the deaths of three children, her husband’s tragic assassination and the persistent media scrutiny that contributed to her mental decline.

Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln’s Killer
With James Swanson
Wednesday, April 14, 2010

On Wednesday, April 14, author James Swanson will read excerpts and lead a discussion about his book Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln’s Killer, a fascinating hour-by-hour account of the pursuit and capture of John Wilkes Booth.

Tickets for these events are free. Advance reservations are recommended; a convenience fee of $1.50 per ticket is charged for advance reservations. Visit Fords.org to reserve your space and to join the Ford’s Theatre email list to receive additional details.