Complete Life of William McKinley and Story of His Assassination An Authentic and Official Memorial Edition, Containing Every Incident in the Career of the Immortal Statesman, Soldier, Orator and Patriot

"Complete Life of William McKinley and Story of His Assassination" by Marshall Everett is a biographical work that chronicles the life and death of President William McKinley, painting a picture of him as a dedicated statesman, brave soldier, and gifted speaker. The story begins with McKinley's assassination at the Pan-American Exposition in 1901, introducing the reader to the tragic event and the assassin, Leon Czolgosz, while capturing the immediate shock and grief of the nation. The book highlights McKinley's calmness and concern for his wife following the attack, contrasting his bravery with the severity of his injuries and the frantic efforts to save his life, setting a tone of suspense as the nation waits and mourns.