Judah P. Benjamin

By Pierce Butler

Book Overview

Judah P. Benjamin is a biography written by Pierce Butler that chronicles the life of one of the most influential political figures in the American South during the mid-19th century. Judah P. Benjamin was a prominent lawyer, politician, and statesman who served as the Attorney General, Secretary of War, and Secretary of State for the Confederate States of America during the Civil War.Butler's book explores Benjamin's early life, his rise to power in the legal profession, and his political career, which spanned both the United States and the Confederacy. The author delves into Benjamin's complex personality, his Jewish heritage, and his controversial decisions as a member of the Confederate government.Throughout the book, Butler provides a detailed account of Benjamin's involvement in key events leading up to and during the Civil War, including the secession of the Southern states and the Battle of Fort Sumter. He also examines Benjamin's role in the Confederate government's efforts to secure foreign recognition and support.Overall, Judah P. Benjamin is a comprehensive and insightful biography that sheds light on the life and career of one of the most fascinating figures in American history. It offers readers a unique perspective on the Civil War and the political and social issues that shaped the United States during this tumultuous period.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 054815824X
• ISBN13: 9780548158241
• Release Date: July 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 460 Pages
• Weight: 1.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"