""Jefferson Davis"" by George Shea is a biography of the life and legacy of Jefferson Davis, the first and only president of the Confederate States of America. The book explores Davis' early life, his education at West Point, his military career, his time in Congress, and his controversial presidency during the Civil War. Shea delves into Davis' personal life, including his marriage to Varina Howell, and his relationship with other prominent figures of the time, such as Robert E. Lee and Abraham Lincoln. The book also examines Davis' post-war life, including his imprisonment and eventual pardon by President Andrew Johnson. Shea provides a comprehensive look at Davis' impact on American history and the lasting legacy of the Confederacy.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1877 Edition. A Statement Concerning The Imputed Special Causes Of His Long Imprisonment By The Government Of The United States And Of His Tardy Release By Due Process Of Law.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.