In a careful reexamination of the historical evidence, Alan Nolan explodes many longstanding myths about Robert E. Lee and the Civil War.

Robert E. Lee has been, and continues to be, a symbol and hero in the American story. But in life, Thomas writes, Lee was both more and less than his legend. Here is the man behind the legend.

In The Marble Man a leading Civil War military historian examines the hold of Lee on the American mind and traces the campaign in historiography that elevated him to national hero status.

Offers insight into the lesser-known complexities of the general's personality, in a biography based on his unpublished personal correspondence and covering such topics as his early years, relationships with family and slaves, and thoughts ...

The quintessential Southern commentator examines the great Confederate hope and Civil War hero.

Lee had a long and successful military career that spanned over 30 years and he is considered to be one of the greatest generals in the history of the United States.Recollections and Letters of General Robert E. Lee is a book that provides ...