Category: History and Politics Product Review: Mortal Error: The Shot That Killed JFK Mortal Error: The Shot That Killed JFK is a book written by James W. Douglass that presents an alternative theory about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963. According to Douglass, the fatal bullet was not fired from Lee Harvey Oswald's rifle, but rather from another gunman who was concealed in the Texas School Book Depository building. The book is well-researched and presents a compelling case for this theory. Douglass uses primary sources such as government documents, witness statements, and forensic evidence to support his claims. He also provides detailed analysis of the inconsistencies and contradictions in the official Warren Commission report, which concluded that Oswald acted alone in assassinating Kennedy. One of the key pieces of evidence presented in the book is the "magic bullet" theory. According to this theory, a single bullet was fired from another gunman and struck Kennedy in three different places: his left shoulder, right wrist, and head. This theory is supported by forensic analysis of the autopsy report and x-rays taken of Kennedy's body. Another important aspect of the book is its examination of the motives behind the assassination. Douglass argues that Kennedy was targeted for his progressive policies and his perceived threat to the interests of powerful individuals and organizations. He also explores the role of the CIA and other government agencies in the assassination plot. Overall, Mortal Error: The Shot That Killed JFK is a well-written and thoughtfully researched book that presents a compelling alternative theory about one of the most significant events in American history.