The Life of Gen. Robert E. Lee, for Children, in Easy Words

By Mary L. (Mary Lynn) Williamson

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Discover the early years and developing character of a future general, as this story highlights the values and experiences that shaped one of history’s most influential figures.

Genres

Biographies Children & Young Adult Reading History - American

Released

2019-10-03

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Summary

"The Life of Gen. Robert E. Lee, for Children, in Easy Words" by Mary L. Williamson is a late 19th-century biography designed to teach children about General Robert E. Lee. The book aims to instill moral values and patriotism through historical storytelling, enhanced with illustrations to engage young readers. Beginning with Lee's birth and childhood in Virginia, the book emphasizes his family's influence, especially his father's military background and his mother's supportive role. Readers will discover Lee's education, his fondness for nature, and the core principles that shaped him into a respected military figure, all presented to encourage children to emulate his integrity and commitment.