Publisher's Synopsis
""Four Years With General Lee"" is a historical account of the career of General Robert E. Lee during the American Civil War. Written by Walter H. Taylor and originally published in 1878, the book provides a summary of the most significant events that occurred during Lee's time as a military leader. Taylor, who served as Lee's adjutant during the war, draws on his personal experiences and observations to offer an insider's perspective on Lee's tactics, strategies, and leadership style. The book covers Lee's early successes in the war, including the battles of Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville, as well as his later struggles at Gettysburg and during the siege of Petersburg. It also delves into Lee's personal life and character, exploring his relationships with his family, his fellow officers, and his soldiers. ""Four Years With General Lee"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War or the life of one of its most renowned figures.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.