Jefferson Davis: His Life And Personality

By Morris Schaff

Book Overview

""Jefferson Davis: His Life and Personality"" is a comprehensive biography of the former President of the Confederate States of America, written by Schaff and Morris. The book covers Davis's life from his birth in Kentucky in 1808 to his death in Louisiana in 1889. The authors delve into Davis's upbringing, education, military career, and political life, including his time as a United States Senator and Secretary of War under President Franklin Pierce. The book also explores Davis's role in the secession of the Confederate states and his leadership during the American Civil War. Throughout the biography, the authors examine Davis's personality, his beliefs, and his legacy. They provide a nuanced portrait of a complex figure who was both revered and reviled during his lifetime and whose impact on American history continues to be debated today. With extensive research and analysis, ""Jefferson Davis: His Life and Personality"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and times of this controversial figure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116294563X
• ISBN13: 9781162945637
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"