A Life of Gen. Robert E. Lee

In "A Life of Gen. Robert E. Lee," John Esten Cooke intricately weaves a biographical tapestry that illuminates the character and military prowess of one of America's most enigmatic figures. Written in the post-Civil War era, Cooke's narrative employs a blend of romanticism and realism, reflecting the South'Äôs lingering reverence for Lee while grappling with the complexities of his legacy. The wo...