A Cooke, John Esten 1830-1886 creator text utu 2004 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "A Life of Gen. Robert E. Lee" by John Esten Cooke is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the life and character of Robert E. Lee, focusing on his military career and personal attributes that earned him the admiration of his peers, both friends and foes alike. It aims to portray Lee as a man of exceptional integrity, whose dedication to duty and service made him an enduring figure in American history. The opening of the biography introduces the esteemed character of Robert E. Lee, highlighting the widespread respect and admiration he garnered across political divides. It emphasizes his military genius, moral rectitude, and humility, along with the personal struggles he faced during the Civil War, particularly when deciding to side with his home state of Virginia. The text underscores how Lee's dedication to his duty transcended personal ambition, illustrating his commitment to the principles he valued, even in the face of significant adversity. John Esten Cooke notes the profound impact of Lee’s upbringing and background, providing a glimpse into the influential family ties that shaped his character, setting the stage for a more detailed exploration of Lee's life and military career throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2004-01-01 Produced by Dave Maddock, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team Original publication data not identified United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Campaigns Lee, Robert E. (Robert Edward), 1807-1870 United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Biography Confederate States of America. Army -- Officers -- Biography Generals -- Confederate States of America -- Biography E456 Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10692 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10692 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133245.0 10692