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    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
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The King of Spades - Life and Military Carrier of General Robert E. Lee: Lee's Early Life, Military Carrier (Battles of the Chickahominy, Manassas, Ch

The King of Spades - Life and Military Carrier of General Robert E. Lee: Lee's Early Life, Military Carrier (Battles of the Chickahominy, Manassas, Ch

Cooke, John Esten

Paperback

Historical FiguresCivil War Period (1850-1877)

ISBN10: 8027333806
ISBN13: 9788027333806
Publisher: Madison & Adams Press
Published: Oct 15 2019
Pages: 380
Weight: 1.12
Height: 0.78 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
In The King of Spades - Life and Military Career of General Robert E. Lee, John Esten Cooke offers a richly detailed account of one of America's most storied military figures. Written in the mid-19th century, the book effectively marries an engaging narrative style with a profound analysis of Lee's character and military strategies. Cooke's prose is a captivating blend of biography and military history that reflects the societal values and tensions of the post-Civil War South, making it a vital text for understanding both Lee's legacy and the era's complex dynamics. John Esten Cooke, a southern author and Confederate soldier, draws from his own experiences and the prevailing sentiments of his time to paint a nuanced portrait of General Lee. Having served in the Confederate army, Cooke possessed firsthand insights into the motivations and ideologies that shaped Lee's life. His intimate knowledge of the Southern perspective and his literary ambition converge in this work, reflecting both reverence for Lee and the desire to articulate the bravado of the Confederate narrative. For readers interested in military history, Southern culture, or biographies of legendary figures, Cooke's The King of Spades is an indispensable text. It not only builds an understanding of Robert E. Lee's military genius but also offers a window into the values and conflicts of a nation divided, making it a compelling read for both history lovers and literary enthusiasts.

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