The Life and Work of Jefferson Davis
Complete Biography, History of the Confederate States of America & The Rise and Fall of the Confederate GovernmentBy Jefferson Davis, Frank H. Alfriend
Length104h 52m
About this audiobook
The Life and Work of Jefferson Davis offers a comprehensive exploration of the controversial and complex figure who led the Confederacy during a pivotal era in American history. The anthology melds biographical insights with critical examinations, showcasing a range of literary styles from descriptive narrative to analytical discourse. This collection provides a thorough contextual analysis of Davis's political ideology, military strategy, and personal motivations, offering an invaluable resource for understanding the multifaceted nature of leadership during the Civil War. The anthology serves as an essential reference guide, featuring pieces that illuminate the broader socio-political landscape of 19th-century America. Authored by Jefferson Davis alongside Frank H. Alfriend, this collection synthesizes primary observations from Davis himself with Alfriend's historical commentary. The dual authorship brings together distinct perspectives, bridging personal recounts with scholarly critique. Their combined efforts enrich the narrative by aligning with both Lost Cause ideology and early American historiographical movements, offering a diverse portrayal that challenges readers to decipher the intertwined layers of historical interpretation. This volume is a compelling invitation to investigate the racial, economic, and political intimacies of the Civil War era in a singular, cohesive narrative. Enthusiasts of American history, students of political science, and scholars of military strategy will find significant educational value in the breadth of insights provided. Readers are encouraged to engage with this anthology to participate in the dialogue between historical narrative and national memory, expanding their understanding of the multifaceted legacy of one of history's most debated figures.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir, Literary Classics
Length104 hrs 52 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 13, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1INTRODUCTION
2CHAPTER I - CAUSES OF THE WAR BETWEEN THE STATES
3CHAPTER II - NEGRO SLAVERY AND THE SLAVE-TRADE
4CHAPTER III - THE EXTENSION OF SLAVERY
5CHAPTER IV - THE MISSOURI COMPROMISE
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6CHAPTER V - THE COMPROMISE MEASURES
7CHAPTER VI - POLITICS IN MISSISSIPPI
8CHAPTER VII - THE KANSAS-NEBRASKA TROUBLES
9CHAPTER VIII - THE ABOLITION MOVEMENT
10CHAPTER IX - THE JOHN BROWN RAID
11CHAPTER X - A RETROSPECT
12CHAPTER XI - PRELIMINARY PREPARATIONS FOR DEFENCE
13CHAPTER XII - THE CLOSE OF 1860
14CHAPTER XIII - SECESSION OF SOUTH CAROLINA
15CHAPTER XIV - GENERAL PRINCIPLES
16CHAPTER XV - THE RIGHT OF SECESSION
17CHAPTER I - EARLY DAYS OF SECESSION
18CHAPTER II - FORT SUMTER
19CHAPTER III - PROGRESS OF SECESSION
20CHAPTER IV - THE CONFEDERATE CABINET AND CONGRESS
21CHAPTER V - SOME NORTHERN PROTESTS
22CHAPTER VI - THE CONFEDERATE CONSTITUTION
23CHAPTER VII - NEGOTIATIONS WITH THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
24CHAPTER VIII - BOMBARDMENT OF FORT SUMTER
25CHAPTER I - SOUTH CAROLINA, MARYLAND, AND VIRGINIA
26CHAPTER II - CONFEDERATE PREPARATIONS FOR DEFENCE
27CHAPTER III - ORGANIZATION OF OUR RESOURCES
28CHAPTER IV - FEDERAL OPPRESSIONS IN MARYLAND
29CHAPTER V - THE BATTLE OF MANASSAS
30CHAPTER VI - NEUTRALITY OF KENTUCKY
31CHAPTER VII - THE CONTEST IN MISSOURI
32CHAPTER VIII - GENERAL ALBERT SIDNEY JOHNSTON
33CHAPTER IX - FEDERAL OUTRAGES IN MISSOURI
34CHAPTER X - MISSOURI DISARMED
35CHAPTER XI - MILITARY OPERATIONS IN MISSOURI
36CHAPTER XII - CONFEDERATE AID TO MISSOURI
37CHAPTER XIII - OPERATIONS OF GENERALS WISE, FLOYD, AND LEE
38CHAPTER XIV - ARREST OF MASON AND SLIDELL
39CHAPTER XV - OUR DEFICIENT ORDNANCE SUPPLIES
40CHAPTER XVI - THE CONFEDERATE FINANCIAL SYSTEM
41CHAPTER XVII - REFORMS IN THE MILITARY LEGISLATION
42CHAPTER XVIII - FEDERAL HOSTILITIES AND USURPATIONS
43CHAPTER XIX - FORTS HENRY AND DONELSON SURRENDERED
44CHAPTER XX - TRANS-MISSISSIPPI MILITARY OPERATIONS
45CHAPTER XXI - THE BATTLE OF SHILOH
46CHAPTER XXII - FURTHER MILITARY EVENTS IN THE WEST
47CHAPTER XXIII - NAVAL OPERATIONS IN THE EAST
48CHAPTER XXIV - OPENING OF THE PENINSULAR CAMPAIGN
49CHAPTER XXV - JACKSON'S SHENANDOAH CAMPAIGN
50CHAPTER XXVI - THE BATTLE OF SEVEN PINES
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