Jeb Stuart: Boy In The Saddle (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258081553)

Jeb Stuart: Boy In The Saddle is a biography of the famous Confederate cavalry general, Jeb Stuart, written by Gertrude Hecker Winders. The book chronicles Stuart's life from his childhood in Virginia, where he developed a love for horses and horsemanship, to his time at West Point, where he excelled as a cadet. The book also covers Stuart's military career, including his service in the Mexican-American War and his time as a Confederate general during the American Civil War. The author provides insight into Stuart's tactics and strategies, as well as his relationships with other Confederate leaders, such as Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson.Throughout the book, Winders emphasizes Stuart's personality and character, portraying him as a charismatic and daring leader who was beloved by his troops. She also explores his personal life, including his marriage to Flora Cooke, the daughter of a Union general, and his relationships with his children.Overall, Jeb Stuart: Boy In The Saddle is a comprehensive biography of one of the most famous and influential Confederate generals of the Civil War, offering a detailed look at his life, military career, and personal relationships.Childhood Of Famous Americans Series.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Gertrude Hecker Winders
ISBN-10: 1258081555
ISBN-13: 9781258081553
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 08/05/2011
Pages: 202
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.03lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d