General Lee: A Biography of Robert E. Lee

"A worthy addition to any collection of books on R. E. Lee and the Army of Northern Virginia."—Gary W. Gallagher



Soldier, politician, and author, General Fitzhugh Lee (1835-1905) had earlier attended West Point as a cadet and proved to be a boisterous challenge to the superintendent of the Academy, who was also his uncle: Robert E. Lee. Fitzhugh developed an abiding affection and respect for Lee, culminating in the nephew's brilliant service to the Confederate cause. On his part, Lee commend...