Lee in the Shadow of Washington - (Conflicting Worlds: New Dimensions of the American Civil War) by Richard B McCaslin (Paperback)
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- Winner of the Austin Civil War Round Table's Laney Prize and the Virginia Historical Society's Richard L. Slatten Award for Excellence in Virginia Biography While most historians agree that Robert E. Lee's loyalty to Virginia was the key factor in his decision to join the Confederate cause, Richard B. McCaslin further demonstrates that Lee's true call to action was the legacy of the American Revolution viewed through his reverence for George Washington.
- About the Author: Richard B. McCaslin, an associate professor of history at the University of North Texas, is the author or editor of twelve books, including The Last Stronghold: The Fort Fisher Campaign and Tainted Breeze: The Great Hanging at Gainesville, Texas, October 1862, winner of the Coral Horton Tullis Memorial Prize of the Texas State Historical Association.
- 272 Pages
- Biography + Autobiography, Military
- Series Name: Conflicting Worlds: New Dimensions of the American Civil War
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Winner of the Austin Civil War Round Table's Laney Prize and the Virginia Historical Society's Richard L. Slatten Award for Excellence in Virginia Biography
While most historians agree that Robert E. Lee's loyalty to Virginia was the key factor in his decision to join the Confederate cause, Richard B. McCaslin further demonstrates that Lee's true call to action was the legacy of the American Revolution viewed through his reverence for George Washington. In this thematic biography, McCaslin locates the sources of Lee's devotion to Washington and shows how this bond affected his performance as a general. The enduring paradox, McCaslin shows, is that Washington earned his reputation as a statesman, whereas Lee never escaped his self-imposed image as a revolutionary in Washington's shadow.Review Quotes
In clear, straightforward prose, the readers are treated to a concise overview of Lee's life and career. . . . Not only historians but Americans of all stripes will embrace this delightfully written book.-- "Journal of Southern History"
McCaslin demonstrates conclusively that Washington's memory inspired Lee at every turn. . . . He makes a strong case that, for good or ill, Lee's emulation of Washington shaped overall Confederate strategy during the war.-- "Journal of American History"
About the Author
Richard B. McCaslin, an associate professor of history at the University of North Texas, is the author or editor of twelve books, including The Last Stronghold: The Fort Fisher Campaign and Tainted Breeze: The Great Hanging at Gainesville, Texas, October 1862, winner of the Coral Horton Tullis Memorial Prize of the Texas State Historical Association.Dimensions (Overall): 8.96 Inches (H) x 6.44 Inches (W) x .61 Inches (D)
Weight: .81 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 272
Genre: Biography + Autobiography
Sub-Genre: Military
Series Title: Conflicting Worlds: New Dimensions of the American Civil War
Publisher: LSU Press
Format: Paperback
Author: Richard B McCaslin
Language: English
Street Date: February 1, 2004
TCIN: 88976107
UPC: 9780807129593
Item Number (DPCI): 247-56-9026
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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