"A very valuable work."
"A very valuable work."
"Gallagher's work, both in "Lee and His Army" and elsewhere. . . sets a high standard for the history profession.
"Civil War Book Review""
A stimulating and thought-provoking book.
"Journal of Southern History"
Gallagher and the University of North Carolina Press have performed a valuable service for current and future students of Lee and the Lost Cause.
"Civil War News"
Gallagher demonstrates in his latest book that he is . . . the foremost historian of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia today.
"Journal of Military History"
Gallagher has reinforced his position as one of the nation's leading Civil War historians.
"Florida Historical Quarterly"
In these essays Gary Gallagher once again demonstrates the mastery of sources, elegance of style, and lucidity of explanation and interpretation that have made him the foremost historian of the Army of Northern Virginia. (James M. McPherson, Princeton University)
“In these essays Gary Gallagher once again demonstrates the mastery of sources, elegance of style, and lucidity of explanation and interpretation that have made him the foremost historian of the Army of Northern Virginia. The reasons for the morale and esprit that made this army such a feared fighting force are set forth more clearly here than anywhere else.” — James M. McPherson, Princeton University
Book DescriptionA leading Civil War historian untangles the truth and myth surrounding Robert E. Lee, his leadership, and his legacy
From the Inside FlapA leading Civil War historian examines Robert E. Lee, his leadership, and his place in Confederate history. In eight essays, Gallagher explores Lee's operations, his role in maintaining Confederate national morale, and the quality of his generalship and considers how best to consider Lee's legacy in light of the many distortions that grew out of Lost Cause historiography.
From the Back CoverA leading Civil War historian examines Robert E. Lee, his leadership, and his place in Confederate history. In eight essays, Gallagher explores Lee's operations, his role in maintaining Confederate national morale, and the quality of his generalship and considers how best to consider Lee's legacy in light of the many distortions that grew out of Lost Cause historiography.
About the AuthorGary W. Gallagher is John L. Nau III Professor of History at the University of Virginia. He has written or edited two dozen books in the field of Civil War history, including The Shenandoah Valley Campaign of 1864 and Stephen Dodson Ramseur: Lee’s Gallant General (both from the University of North Carolina Press).
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