The Life Of Stonewall Jackson: From Official Papers, Contemporary Narratives, And Personal Acquaintance (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781430444473)

The book ""The Life Of Stonewall Jackson: From Official Papers, Contemporary Narratives, And Personal Acquaintance"" is a comprehensive account of the life of Confederate General Thomas J. ""Stonewall"" Jackson. Written by a Virginian author, the book draws on official papers, contemporary narratives, and personal acquaintance to provide a detailed and intimate portrait of this legendary figure.The book covers Jackson's early life, including his upbringing in Virginia and his education at West Point. It then follows his military career, from his service in the Mexican-American War to his leadership during the Civil War. The book explores Jackson's military strategies and tactics, including his famous flanking maneuvers and his role in the Battle of Bull Run.In addition to his military career, the book also delves into Jackson's personal life, including his marriage and his religious beliefs. The author draws on personal anecdotes and interviews with those who knew Jackson to provide insight into his character and motivations.Overall, ""The Life Of Stonewall Jackson"" is a thorough and engaging biography of one of the most fascinating figures of the Civil War era. It offers a unique perspective on Jackson's life and legacy, and is a must-read for anyone interested in American history or military strategy.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: A Virginian,John Esten Cooke
ISBN-10: 1430444479
ISBN-13: 9781430444473
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/17/2007
Pages: 308
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d