a portrait of Robert E. Lee through his private lettters
Pryor, Elizabeth Brown
2007
Presents a collection of essays that describes the personality of Confederate General Robert E. Lee based on his unpublished personal correspondence; and examines his early years, his relationships with family and slaves, and his thoughts on military strategy.
Explores the life and military career of Robert E. Lee, who led the Army of Northern Virginia during the Civil War and later became one of history's most beloved individuals.
Describes the battle of Gettysburg through the eyes of Robert E. Lee, following that great general from his entry into Pennsylvania to the disastrous conclusion for the Confederate troops.
Profiles General Robert E. Lee, discussing his roles as an army engineer, soldier in the Mexican War, and superintendant at West Point prior to the Civil War, and service as a college president afterwards.