Prison Life Of Jefferson Davis

By John Joseph Craven

Book Overview

The book ""Prison Life of Jefferson Davis"" by John J. Craven is a detailed account of the imprisonment of the former President of the Confederate States of America, Jefferson Davis, during the American Civil War. The author, who served as Davis's personal physician during his confinement, provides a unique perspective on the conditions and events that Davis experienced during his two-year imprisonment at Fort Monroe in Virginia.The book begins with an overview of the circumstances leading up to Davis's capture and imprisonment in May 1865. It then delves into the conditions of his confinement, including the small cell in which he was kept and the restrictions placed on his communication with the outside world. The author also describes the various health issues that Davis faced during his imprisonment and the medical care that was provided to him.Throughout the book, Craven provides insights into Davis's personality and character, as well as his political beliefs and actions. He also includes anecdotes about interactions between Davis and his guards and other individuals who visited him during his confinement.Overall, ""Prison Life of Jefferson Davis"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a prominent historical figure during a tumultuous period in American history.A Historical Account Of The Prison Time Served By Confederate President Jefferson Davis At Fortress Munroe.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162956178
• ISBN13: 9781162956176
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"