Custis-Lee Mansion: The Robert E. Lee Memorial, Virginia

"Custis-Lee Mansion: The Robert E. Lee Memorial, Virginia" by Murray H. Nelligan is a historical telling focused on the Custis-Lee Mansion in Arlington, Virginia, and its deep connection to American history. It paints a picture of the mansion's past, starting with its building by George Washington Parke Custis, who was related to the Lee family, and stretches through Robert E. Lee's life, from his family ties to his important role in the Civil War. The book also shows how the land around Arlington changed, becoming a national cemetery, while the mansion became a symbol for remembering Lee's impact and life. It presents the atmosphere of the home, how it symbolizes his past military efforts, and aims to educate readers, especially those keen on the Civil War time frame and major figures of that era.