With Lee in Virginia: A Story of the American Civil War

"With Lee in Virginia: A Story of the American Civil War" by G. A. Henty is a historical fiction that follows Vincent Wingfield, a young Virginian heir, as he comes of age during the American Civil War. Vincent confronts the moral problems of his society, especially the harsh treatment of slaves, causing conflict with those around him, like the plantation overseer. Starting as a spirited teenager, Vincent's journey is marked by acts of bravery and loyalty as he navigates the war and his own beliefs about right and wrong, all while trying to protect his family in a world torn apart by conflict. The reader will see Vincent confront an owner committing brutality to a slave, demonstrating a quest to overcome the moral bankruptcy that surrounds him and his family.