Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of General Nathan Bedford Forrest is a biography written by John Allan Wyeth about the controversial Confederate general who served during the American Civil War. The book chronicles Forrest's life from his early years as a poor farmer in Tennessee to his rise as a successful businessman and eventual military leader. Wyeth examines Forrest's military tactics, including his use of guerrilla warfare and cavalry raids, and his role in some of the most significant battles of the Civil War. The biography also delves into Forrest's personal life, including his relationships with his family and his views on slavery and race. The book offers a comprehensive look at one of the most complex figures of the Civil War era and sheds light on the man behind the legend.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.
