confederate states of america

Presents a biography of Jefferson Davis, the president of the Confederacy during the Civil War, covering his childhood, his education, his military career, and his leadership during the war.

Discusses Stonewall Jackson's role in the Civil War and shares details from his life.

Examines the social and political factors that led to the demise of slavery and the Confederacy at the end of the Civil War.

A comprehensive biography of Jefferson Davis, looking at both his private and public life, discussing his experiences as a schoolboy, a Mississippi planter, a husband, and a father, and examining his political career, including his role as president of the Confederate States of America.

Contains seven essays, each of which analyzes the real abilities and achievements of a Confederate or Union general whose reputation has been marred by defeat during the Civil War.

"Portrait of Lee as a brilliant general, a devoted family man, and principled gentleman who disliked slavery and disagreed with secession, yet who refused command of the Union Army in 1861 because he could not "draw his sword" against his beloved Virginia. Well-rounded and realistic, Clouds of Glory analyzes Lee's command during the Civil War and explores his responsibility for the fatal stalemate at Antietam, his defeat at Gettysburg (as well the many troubling controversies still surrounding it) and ultimately, his failed strategy for winning the war. As Korda shows, Lee's dignity, courage, leadership, and modesty made him a hero on both sides of the Mason-Dixon Line and a revered American icon who is recognized today as the nation's preeminent military leader" --.

Chronicles the life of Robert E. Lee, providing information on both his personal and public life.

Chronicles the life of Jesse James, debunking his mythological identity as a Robin Hood figure and showing that his exploits had a clear political purpose: to use violent tactics and the news media to fight for the Confederate cause long after the Civil War ended.