Publisher's Synopsis
The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government is a two-part historical account written by Jefferson Davis, the former President of the Confederate States of America. Part One of the book, Volume 2, covers the period from the formation of the Confederacy in 1861 to the end of 1862. In this book, Davis provides a detailed analysis of the political, social, and military events that shaped the Confederate government during its brief existence. He describes the challenges faced by the Confederacy, including economic difficulties, diplomatic isolation, and military setbacks. Davis also provides insight into his own role as the leader of the Confederacy and his decision-making processes.Throughout the book, Davis defends the actions of the Confederacy and argues that it was a legitimate government fighting for its independence. He also critiques the actions of the Union and its leaders, particularly President Abraham Lincoln. The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government is a significant historical work that provides a unique perspective on the American Civil War. While it has been criticized for its biased viewpoint, it remains an important resource for understanding the Confederacy and its leaders.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.
