Publisher's Synopsis
The Robert E. Lee Reader is a comprehensive collection of writings by and about Confederate General Robert E. Lee, compiled and edited by Stanley F. Horn. The book includes a wide range of material, from Lee's personal correspondence and official military reports to contemporary newspaper articles and later reflections on his life and legacy. The selections cover Lee's entire career, from his early years at West Point to his service in the Mexican-American War and his leadership of Confederate forces during the Civil War. The book also includes writings by Lee's contemporaries and later historians, providing a broader context for understanding his life and impact. Overall, The Robert E. Lee Reader offers a rich and multifaceted portrait of one of America's most complex and controversial historical 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.
