Robert E. Lee: A Story and a Play

"Robert E. Lee: A Story and a Play" by Ruth Hill is a look into the life of a famous Confederate general presented in two parts. The book tells the story of Robert E. Lee, starting with his childhood in Virginia and his time at West Point, where he trained to be a military officer. The story part continues through the Mexican War and later shows Lee's hard choice to lead the Confederate army when the North and South split. The second part is a play that shows important moments in Lee's life, emphasizing his good leadership and how he stayed true to what he believed was right during the war. The book paints a picture of Lee as someone driven by duty and honor, struggling with the serious effects of war on himself and the country.