Robert E. Lee
by Blount, Roy, Jr.; Blount, Jr
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- Hardcover
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- 9780670032204
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Iconic Virginian, brilliant general, and complex human being—it is this last facet of Robert E. Lee that is rarely seen. But now Roy Blount, Jr. combines acute character insight with lively storytelling and a full-hearted Southern directness to craft this unique, personal portrait. Fascinated by what made Lee into such a great, though reluctant, leader, Blount delves into his family history and his personality. He illustrates how, descended from two illustrious families, Lee embodied the best of all their traits and became Lincoln's first choice to lead the Union troops in 1861. But Lee's Virginia roots drew him, instead, to the Confederate command. Blount vividly conveys not only his ambition and courage but also his humility and humor, and his sorrowful sense of responsibility for his outnumbered, outgunned, half-starved army. Robert E. Lee , the first succinct biography of this American legend, will appeal to history and military buffs, proud Southerners, and every reader curious to discover the man behind the military leader.
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- Title
- Robert E. Lee
- Author
- Blount, Roy, Jr.; Blount, Jr
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Good
- Quantity Available
- 2
- ISBN 10
- 0670032204
- ISBN 13
- 9780670032204
- Publisher
- Viking Books
- Place of Publication
- New York
- Date Published
- 2003
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