Robert E. Lee

In "Robert E. Lee," award-winning historian Allen Guelzo presents a definitive biography of the Confederate general, exploring the complexities of his character and legacy. The book examines Lee's upbringing in Virginia high society, his military career, and his tumultuous decision to side with the Confederacy, highlighting the contradictions between his moral beliefs and his actions. Guelzo delves into the inner conflicts that shaped Lee, offering an important contribution to the understanding of this confounding figure in American history.