Publisher's Synopsis
""Recollections and Letters of General Robert E. Lee"" is a book written by Captain Robert E. Lee, the son of the famous Confederate general. The book is a collection of personal letters and recollections of General Lee, offering readers a unique insight into the life and character of one of the most iconic figures of the American Civil War. The letters cover a wide range of topics, from Lee's military strategies and tactics to his personal beliefs and values. They also shed light on his relationships with his family, friends, and fellow soldiers. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War and the life of Robert E. Lee.1904. This volume by the General's son includes and appendix of unpublished letters edited by William Taylor Thom. A narrative of the revered leader of the Southern Confederate Army written from the perspective of his loving and devoted. Contents: Services in the United States Army; The Confederate General; Letters to Wife and Daughters; Army Life of Robert the Younger; The Army of Northern Virginia; The Winter of 1863-4; Fronting the Army of the Potomac; The Surrender; A Private Citizen; President of Washington College; The Idol of the South; Lee's Opinion Upon the Late War; Family Affairs; An Ideal Father; Mountain Rides; An Adviser of Young Men; The Reconstruction Period; Mrs. R.E. Lee; Lee's Letters to His Sons; The New Home in Lexington; Failing Health; The Southern Trip; A Round of Visits; and Last Days.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.
