The Campfires Of General Lee: From The Peninsula To Appomattox Courthouse

By Edward S. Ellis

Book Overview

The Campfires of General Lee: From the Peninsula to Appomattox Courthouse is a historical book written by Edward S. Ellis. The book is a detailed account of the American Civil War, focusing on the military career of General Robert E. Lee, the commander of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia. The book covers Lee's campaigns and battles from the Peninsula Campaign in 1862 to the surrender at Appomattox Courthouse in 1865. The author uses primary sources, including letters, diaries, and memoirs, to provide an intimate look at the life of General Lee and the soldiers who fought under him. The book also includes maps and illustrations to help readers understand the geography and tactics of the battles.The Campfires of General Lee is not just a military history book, but also a human story of the soldiers who fought and died in the war. The author provides insight into the thoughts and emotions of the soldiers, as well as the impact of the war on their families and communities.Overall, The Campfires of General Lee is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most important figures in American military history and the events that shaped the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432549820
• ISBN13: 9781432549824
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"