Jefferson Davis

Jefferson Davis: 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 is a non-fiction book written by George Shea. The book is a detailed account of the imprisonment of Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederate States of America, by the United States government after the American Civil War. The author argues that Davis' imprisonment was unjustified and motivated by political reasons rather than legal ones. Shea presents evidence to support his claim that Davis was subjected to cruel and unusual treatment during his imprisonment and was denied his constitutional rights. The book also explores the legal process that led to Davis' eventual release and the role played by the judiciary in this process. Overall, Jefferson Davis: 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 is a comprehensive and insightful analysis of a significant event in American history.Contained In A Letter From The Honourable G. Shea, Of NY One Of His Counsel.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.