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Jefferson Davis

Jefferson Davis (1808–1889) was the president of the Confederacy during the American Civil War, served in the House of Representatives and the Senate, and was secretary of war under Franklin Pierce.
The Modern Library Civil War Bookshelf 5-Book Bundle
Jefferson Davis: The Essential Writings

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The Modern Library Civil War Bookshelf 5-Book Bundle
Jefferson Davis: The Essential Writings

Books for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Each May, we honor the stories, histories, and cultures of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Below is a selection of acclaimed fiction and nonfiction books by AANHPI creators to share with your students this month and throughout the year. Find our full collection of titles for Higher Education here.

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