The Trial Of Aaron Burr And The Trials And Trial Of Jefferson Davis

By William Wirt Henry and Charles N. Blackford

Book Overview

""The Trial of Aaron Burr and the Trials and Trial of Jefferson Davis"" is a book written by William Wirt Henry that discusses two of the most controversial trials in American history. The first part of the book focuses on the trial of Aaron Burr, who was accused of plotting to overthrow the government in 1807. The trial was a landmark event in American legal history, as it raised important questions about the limits of executive power and the interpretation of the Constitution.The second part of the book focuses on the trials of Jefferson Davis, the president of the Confederate States of America, who was accused of treason after the Civil War. These trials were also controversial, as they raised questions about the nature of secession and the relationship between the federal government and the states.Throughout the book, Henry provides a detailed account of the trials, including the legal arguments made by both sides and the decisions rendered by the courts. He also explores the political and social context of each trial, shedding light on the broader historical forces that shaped these events.Overall, ""The Trial of Aaron Burr and the Trials and Trial of Jefferson Davis"" is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on two of the most important trials in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the legal and political history of the United States.""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: 1428657614
• ISBN13: 9781428657618
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"