The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government V1 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781497857889)

The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government is a two-volume historical work written by Jefferson Davis, the former president of the Confederate States of America. The first volume covers the early years of the Confederacy, including the secession of the southern states from the Union, the formation of the Confederacy, and the early military campaigns of the Civil War. Davis offers his personal perspective on the events of this period, as well as his opinions on the causes and justifications for secession.The book also includes detailed accounts of major battles, such as the First Battle of Bull Run and the Battle of Shiloh, as well as Davis's interactions with other Confederate leaders, including Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson. Davis also discusses the political and diplomatic efforts of the Confederacy, including its attempts to gain recognition and support from foreign nations.The second volume of the book covers the later years of the Confederacy, including the Union's military victories, the fall of Richmond, and the surrender of the Confederate army. Davis provides his own account of his capture and imprisonment after the war, as well as his views on the aftermath of the conflict and the future of the southern states.Overall, The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government is a detailed and personal account of the Civil War from the perspective of one of its most prominent leaders. It offers valuable insights into the motivations and beliefs of the Confederacy, as well as the military and political strategies employed by its leaders.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1881 Edition.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.

Author: Jefferson Davis
ISBN-10: 1497857880
ISBN-13: 9781497857889
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 03/29/2014
Pages: 754
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.57lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.56d