Publisher's Synopsis
""Life of Jefferson Davis with a Secret History of the Southern Confederacy Gathered Behind the Scenes in Richmond"" is a non-fiction book written by Edward A. Pollard, originally published in 1869. The book provides a detailed account of the life of Jefferson Davis, who served as the President of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War. The author, Pollard, served as a journalist and editor of the Richmond Examiner during the war and had access to insider information about the Confederacy. The book also includes a behind-the-scenes look at the political and military strategies of the Confederacy during the war. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the life of Jefferson Davis, from his childhood to his presidency of the Confederacy. The second part provides a secret history of the Confederacy, detailing the political and military decisions made by Davis and other Confederate leaders. Pollard's writing style is engaging and informative, and the book provides a unique perspective on the American Civil War. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Confederacy and the life of Jefferson Davis.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.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.
