With Lee in Virginia: A Story of the American Civil War
1890
With Lee in Virginia: A Story of the American Civil War
1890
Adventure, American Literature
With Lee in Virginia: A Story of the American Civil War is a historical novel by G. A. Henty, first published in 1890. The narrative follows Vincent Wingfield, a young Virginian who returns home from school in England to find his world transformed by the impending Civil War. As he grapples with issues of loyalty, morality, and the institution of slavery, Vincent's journey intertwines with real events of the war, providing a Southern perspective on this pivotal conflict in American history. The book is notable for its blend of fiction and historical detail, illustrated with over 100 paintings, maps, and photographs.
