Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Memoirs of Robert E. Lee: His Military and Personal History, Embracing a Large Amount of Information Hitherto Unpublished"" by A.L. Long is a comprehensive biography of the famous Confederate General Robert E. Lee. The book covers Lee's life from his childhood and early military career to his rise as a prominent figure in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War. The author, A.L. Long, was a former staff officer under Lee during the war and had access to personal letters and documents that had not been previously published. As a result, the book provides a unique perspective on Lee's life and military career.The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of Lee's life. The first section provides a detailed account of his early life and military career, including his time at West Point and his service in the Mexican-American War.The second section focuses on Lee's role in the Civil War, including his command of the Army of Northern Virginia and his famous victories at Second Bull Run, Fredericksburg, and Chancellorsville. The book also covers Lee's defeats at Gettysburg and the eventual surrender of his army at Appomattox.In addition to his military career, the book also delves into Lee's personal life, including his marriage, family, and religious beliefs. The author also provides insight into Lee's character and leadership style, drawing on personal anecdotes and observations.Overall, ""Memoirs of Robert E. Lee"" is a comprehensive and detailed biography of one of the most prominent figures in American military history. It provides a fascinating look into Lee's life and legacy, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the Civil War or American history in general.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.
