Jefferson Davis V1 The Unreal And The Real

""Jefferson Davis V1: The Unreal And The Real"" is a biography of the former President of the Confederate States of America, Jefferson Davis. Written by Robert McElroy, this book provides a comprehensive overview of Davis' life, including his childhood, education, military service, political career, and personal life. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering Davis' life up until the outbreak of the Civil War. McElroy delves into Davis' upbringing in Kentucky and Mississippi, his time at West Point, and his service in the Mexican-American War. He also explores Davis' political career, including his time as a U.S. Senator and Secretary of War under President Franklin Pierce. McElroy provides insight into Davis' beliefs and motivations, including his staunch defense of states' rights and his support for slavery. He also examines Davis' personal life, including his marriage to Varina Howell and the tragic death of their young son. Throughout the book, McElroy presents a balanced view of Davis, acknowledging both his strengths and weaknesses. He also provides historical context for Davis' actions and decisions, helping readers to understand the complex political and social climate of the time. Overall, ""Jefferson Davis V1: The Unreal And The Real"" is a detailed and engaging biography of one of the most controversial figures in 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.