Clouds of Glory

New York Times bestselling author Michael Korda (*Ulysses S. Grant*, *Ike*) presents *Clouds of Glory*, a fresh biography of General Robert E. Lee, one of America's most famous yet misunderstood figures. Korda paints an admiring portrait of Lee as a brilliant general, devoted family man, and principled gentleman who disliked slavery and disagreed with secession, yet refused Union command to defend his beloved Virginia. This account analyzes Lee's Civil War command, examining his responsibility for the Antietam stalemate, his defeat at Gettysburg, and his ultimate failed strategy. The book explores Lee's enduring legacy, recognizing his dignity, courage, and leadership as defining traits of a preeminent American military leader. Features dozens of illustrations, including color and black-and-white plates, and nearly fifty in-text battle maps.

Archival Categorization Notes

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