Recollections and Letters of General Robert E. Lee - Softcover

Lee, Cpt. Robert E.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1481867377 ISBN 13: 9781481867375

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2013

Synopsis

Captain Robert E. Lee, the son of the famous Civil War general provides an intimate glimpse into the life of his legendary father in the Recollections and Letters of General Robert E. Lee. Drawing heavily from the general's personal correspondence from all seasons of his life, the letters reveal Lee as a man of principle who cared deeply for his family, and who in all endeavors proved to be the consummate southern gentleman. The modern-day historian, Civil War buff, or anyone curious about this amazing man will relish every word of this historically significant book.

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From the Back Cover

A spectacular document of first-person history, this collection of correspondence written by Confederate general ROBERT E. LEE (1807-1870) offers an unparalleled look into the mind of one of the towering figures of American history. Compiled and introduced by Lee's son ROBERT EDWARD LEE (1843-1914) and first published in 1904, these missives follow Lee's life from his early service in the United States Army and years as superintendent at West Point through the Civil War to his final years and last thoughts on the war. From such intimate issues as Lee's missing the family pets while away at war and his desires to visit his daughter Annie's grave to such momentous matters as his perspective on great battles and his thoughts on the Reconstruction, this is a book for readers of history and personal biography to treasure.

About the Author

Robert Edward Lee, Jr. (October 27, 1843 – October 19, 1914) was the youngest son of Confederate General Robert E. Lee and Mary Anna Custis, and the sixth of their seven children. He became a soldier, farmer, businessman, and author.

Edition details

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1481867377
• ISBN 13: 9781481867375
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 234