Download or read book The Life and Work of Jefferson Davis written by Jefferson Davis and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2024-01-17 with total page 3025 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The anthology 'The Life and Work of Jefferson Davis' presents an intricate exploration of one of the most polarizing figures in American history, through a blend of literary styles ranging from biographical sketches to analytical essays. The collection captures the multifaceted persona of Davis, not only as the President of the Confederacy but also as a man of letters, a politician, and a soldier, offering readers a comprehensive view of his life, ideology, and legacy. The diversity within the pages of this anthology underscores the complexity of Southern identity, the nuances of American Civil War history, and the enduring debate over Davis's place in American historiography, making it a significant contribution to the field. The contributors, Jefferson Davis himself and his biographer Frank H. Alfriend, bring together a powerful combination of firsthand insights and scholarly analysis. Davis provides a unique introspective into his own life, complemented by Alfriend's external perspective shaped by his historical and cultural insights, positioning this anthology at the convergence of personal memoir and scholarly biography. Together, they illuminate the societal and political undercurrents of the 19th century American South, adding depth to the discourse on Confederate legacy and American history. For scholars, students, and enthusiasts of American history, 'The Life and Work of Jefferson Davis' offers a nuanced and detailed examination of a contentious figure. The anthology encourages readers to engage with the complexities of historical narratives, providing a valuable resource for understanding the myriad ways in which individual lives can reflect broader cultural and political landscapes. Its a must-read for those seeking to unravel the intricate tapestry of America's past, offering a rare blend of personal reflection and academic analysis.
Download or read book The Life of Jefferson Davis written by Frank H. Alfriend and published by . This book was released on 1868 with total page 666 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Life of Jefferson Davis with a Seceret History of the Southern Confederacy Gathered behind the Scenes in Richmond written by Edward Alfred Pollard and published by . This book was released on 1869 with total page 558 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Life and Death of Jefferson Davis written by A. C. Bancroft and published by . This book was released on 1889 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Jefferson Davis American written by William J. Cooper and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2001-11-13 with total page 850 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From a distinguished historian of the American South comes this thoroughly human portrait of the complex man at the center of our nation's most epic struggle. Jefferson Davis initially did not wish to leave the Union—as the son of a veteran of the American Revolution and as a soldier and senator, he considered himself a patriot. William J. Cooper shows us how Davis' initial reluctance turned into absolute commitment to the Confederacy. He provides a thorough account of Davis' life, both as the Confederate President and in the years before and after the war. Elegantly written and impeccably researched, Jefferson Davis, American is the definitive examination of one of the most enigmatic figures in our nation's history.
Download or read book Life of Jefferson Davis with a secret history of the Southern Confederacy written by Edward Alfred Pollard and published by Рипол Классик. This book was released on 1969 with total page 545 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gathered "behind the scenes in Richmond." Containing curious and extraordinary information of the principal southern characters in the late war, in connection with President Davis, and in relation to the various intrigues of his administration.
Download or read book Life of Jefferson Davis with a secret history of the Southern Confederacy containing information of the principal Southern Characters in the late war etc written by Edward Albert POLLARD and published by . This book was released on 1869 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Life of Jefferson Davis written by Edward Alfred Pollard and published by . This book was released on 1869 with total page 556 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Jefferson Davis written by Morris Schaff and published by . This book was released on 1922 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Jefferson Davis and the Civil War Era written by William J. Cooper, Jr. and published by LSU Press. This book was released on 2013-01-02 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In his masterpiece, Jefferson Davis, American, William J. Cooper, Jr., crafted a sweeping, definitive biography and established himself as the foremost scholar on the intriguing Confederate president. Cooper narrows his focus considerably in Jefferson Davis and the Civil War Era, training his expert eye specifically on Davis's participation in and influence on events central to the American Civil War. Nine self-contained essays address how Davis reacted to and dealt with a variety of issues that were key to the coming of the war, the war itself, or in memorializing the war, sharply illuminating Davis's role during those turbulent years. Cooper opens with an analysis of Davis as an antebellum politician, challenging the standard view of Davis as either a dogmatic priest of principle or an inept bureaucrat. Next, he looks closely at Davis's complex association with secession, which included, surprisingly, a profound devotion to the Union. Six studies explore Davis and the Confederate experience, with topics including states' rights, the politics of command and strategic decisions, Davis in the role of war leader, the war in the West, and the meaning of the war. The final essay compares and contrasts Davis's first inauguration in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1861 with a little-known dedication of a monument to Confederate soldiers in the same city twenty-five years later. In 1886, Davis -- an old man of seventy-eight and in poor health -- had himself become a living monument, Cooper explains, and was an essential element in the formation of the Lost Cause ideology. Cooper's succinct interpretations provide straightforward, compact, and deceptively deep new approaches to understanding Davis during the most critical time in his life. Certain to stimulate further thought and spark debate, Jefferson Davis and the Civil War Era offers rare insight into one of American history's most complicated and provocative figures.
Download or read book Life of Jefferson Davis with a Secret Hi written by Edward Pollard and published by Applewood Books. This book was released on 2008-09 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Title: Life of Jefferson Davis With a Secret History of the Southern Confederacy, Gathered "behind the Scenes in Richmond." Containing Curous and Extraordinary Information of the Principal Southern Characters in the Late War, in Connection With President Davis, and in Relation to the Various Intrigues of His Administration Publisher: Philadelphia, Chicago [etc] National Pub. Co Publication date: 1869 Subjects: Davis, Jefferson, 1808-1889 Confederate States of America -- History Notes: This is an OCR reprint. There may be numerous typos or missing text. There are no illustrations or indexes. When you buy the General Books edition of this book you get free trial access to Million-Books.com where you can select from more than a million books for free. You can also preview the book there.
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Download or read book Prison Life of Jefferson Davis written by John Joseph Craven and published by . This book was released on 1866 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines Jefferson Davis's time in prison after the Civil War.
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Download or read book First Lady of the South written by Ishbel Ross and published by Greenwood. This book was released on 1973 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This biography of Varina Davis tells of the "early days of her marriage to Jefferson Davis, the controversial figure who would become president of the Confederacy. The story shifts from Washington to Richmond, the years of war, follows their journeying to and fro, in the weeks and months of escape. And then exile --after Jefferson Davis' release from prison."
Download or read book Prison Life of Jefferson Davis written by John J. Craven and published by . This book was released on 1866 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
