Meet Robert E. Lee

The newest in this series of Meet books, introduces perhaps the most revered of Southerners who ever lived. Robert E. Lee was a tragic figure in that he chose to end his spectacular career in a cause that couldn't be won. But his courage, his determination, and most of all, his dignity in the face of defeat has endeared him to Americans even today. Bright watercolors illustrate the facts of Lee's life told in a light-hearted yet always respectful way. And children of all ages will learn about this Civil War hero.