Jubal Early is one of the most interesting generals of the Civil War. While he played important roles at battles like Gettysburg and Monocacy; as well as being the man who led a Confederate army at Fort Stevens; where President Lincoln came under fire; his biggest contributions came after the war. Early's writings helped shape how the Civil War and Confederacy were remembered in the decades after the war; particularly as a Virginian working and contributing toward the Southern Historical Society. He helped shape the Lost Cause; as well as the deification of Robert E. Lee; all while defending the South and justifying the war. Naturally; Early also wrote a memoirs of his time in the Army of Northern Virginia and as a Confederate general throughout the war as well. The memoirs are important not just for Civil War historians but also anyone interested in the Lost Cause as a literary and historiographical movement.
#2799136 in Books 2013-09-04Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x .10 x 6.00l; #File Name: 149233049340 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Very detailed history.By AmandaThis book; while incredibly historically detailed; is very dry. It is full of wonderful information but felt a little like reading a text book or court room records (which is essentially what it was).0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A Suggested Book...By Hilary L. HandBecause of the trial testimonies and correspondence between the local and statesmen gov't at the time. I still find it repulsive but I appreciate the view into the Times and the People who caused this reprehensible and diabolical series of trials and executions; imprisonment and quite literal torture of innocent human beings.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Short primer on the Salem witch trialsBy Frances Adams CobblerI've always loved history and been fastinated by this subject matter. Nothing I didn't know already but quick re-read here at Halloween. I loved reading it on my Kindle.Makes you wonder what really went on!
