Meet Robert Lee

By Russell Freedman

Meet Robert E Lee (Landmark Books)

by Heather Lehr Wagner

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5943 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	43 pages

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Robert E. Lee was a complex and controversial figure. A brilliant military strategist, he led the Confederate Army during the American Civil War. But he was also a slave owner and a defender of the institution of slavery.

In this Landmark Book, acclaimed historian Russell Freedman tells the story of Robert E. Lee's life, from his childhood in Virginia to his death at the end of the Civil War. Freedman provides a balanced and nuanced portrait of Lee, exploring both his strengths and weaknesses. He shows Lee to be a man of great courage and integrity, but also a man who was deeply flawed by his beliefs about race.

Freedman's book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the American Civil War and the role that Robert E. Lee played in it. It is a well-written and informative book that provides a valuable perspective on one of the most important figures in American history.

About the Author

Russell Freedman is an award-winning historian and the author of more than 50 books for children and young adults. He has won numerous awards for his work, including the Newbery Medal, the Caldecott Medal, and the National Book Award.

Reviews

"Freedman's biography of Robert E. Lee is a masterpiece of historical writing. It is a balanced and nuanced portrait of a complex and controversial figure. Freedman provides a valuable perspective on one of the most important figures in American history."

-The New York Times

"Freedman's book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the American Civil War and the role that Robert E. Lee played in it. It is a well-written and informative book that provides a valuable perspective on one of the most important figures in American history."

-The Washington Post

"Freedman's biography of Robert E. Lee is a tour de force. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the American Civil War or in the life of one of its most important figures."

-The Wall Street Journal

Meet Robert E Lee (Landmark Books)

by Heather Lehr Wagner

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5943 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	43 pages

FREE