Confederate Outlaw: Champ Ferguson and the Civil War in Appalachia

"Confederate Outlaw: Champ Ferguson and the Civil War in Appalachia" by Brian D. McKnight explores the complex life of Confederate guerrilla Champ Ferguson, challenging simplistic views of him as merely a cold-blooded killer. The book delves into Ferguson’s personal and moral perspectives on the Civil War, revealing how his actions and motivations were shaped by a rugged, individualistic worldview. Through meticulous research, McKnight offers a nuanced portrait of Ferguson, addressing his wartime conduct, borderland loyalties, and enduring folk legend.