Jefferson Davis: His Rise And Fall, A Biographical Narrative

by Allen Tate

Jefferson His Rise and Fall, A Biographical Narrative is a book written by Allen Tate that provides a detailed account of the life of Jefferson Davis, the former President of the Confederate States of America. The book covers Davis's early life, his education, his military service, his political career, and his role in the American Civil War. Tate explores Davis's personality, his beliefs, and his motivations, shedding light on the complex and controversial figure that Davis was. The book also delves into the political and social context of the time, providing readers with a wider understanding of the events that shaped Davis's life and career. Throughout the book, Tate provides a balanced and nuanced portrayal of Davis, acknowledging both his strengths and weaknesses. He also examines the legacy of Davis, discussing the impact that he had on the Civil War and on American history more broadly. Overall, Jefferson His Rise and Fall, A Biographical Narrative is a comprehensive and insightful biography that offers readers a deep understanding of one of the most important 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.

Genres: History, Civil War, Biography

340 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1929

About the author

Poetry of especially known American writer and editor John Orley Allen Tate includes "Ode to the Confederate Dead" (1926); a leading exponent of New Criticism, he edited the Sewanee Review from 1944 to 1946.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allen_Tate

Reviews

[Matt · Rating 4 out of 5]

Allen Tate has an elegant writing style. This is an informative piece of scholarship.

[Dwight Etgen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well written, but too concise

[Christopher · Rating 5 out of 5]

A 5 star book, not a 5 star biography of Davis, but an excellent view of what really went wrong in the south with enough prescient insight into the faults and flaws of Davis to keep it at 5 stars. Refreshingly honest and enjoyable. Edited to also add that it is rife with misprints and typos... I can't believe that after ninety years they still can't get it right - fortunately, Mr. Tate's writing skills more than make up for it!

[Hillary · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting close reading of Jefferson Davis' life and presidency, and how a combination of factors drove Davis and the South to ruin in the Civil War. I was fascinated to realize that without a few of those factors, the South could very well have won, and easily.

[Cathy Houston · Rating 4 out of 5]

an interesting if highly opinionated biography of Davis; much food for thought