Life And Reminscences Of Jefferson Davis (1890)

By John Warwick Daniel

Book Overview

""Life and Reminiscences of Jefferson Davis"" is a biography written by John Warwick Daniel in 1890. The book provides a detailed account of the life of Jefferson Davis, who was a prominent American politician and the President of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War. The author, John Warwick Daniel, was a close friend and political ally of Davis, and he draws on his personal experiences and conversations with Davis to provide a unique perspective on his life and career.The book covers Davis's early life, his military service, his time in Congress, and his presidency of the Confederacy. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriage to Varina Howell and his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Robert E. Lee and Abraham Lincoln. Throughout the book, Daniel offers his own opinions and insights into Davis's character and motivations, as well as his views on the causes and consequences of the Civil War.Overall, ""Life and Reminiscences of Jefferson Davis"" is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the life and career of one of the most important figures in American history. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the political and social climate of the time, as well as the personal struggles and triumphs of a man who played a pivotal role in shaping the course of American history.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: 1104994550
• ISBN13: 9781104994556
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 546 Pages
• Weight: 1.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"