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Life And Letters Of General Thomas J. Jackson: Stonewall Jackson

Life And Letters Of General Thomas J. Jackson: Stonewall Jackson

Jackson, Mary Anna
Field, Henry M.

Hardcover

Military BiographiesFiction AnthologiesCivil War Period (1850-1877)

ISBN10: 1163560138
ISBN13: 9781163560136
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 500
Weight: 1.98
Height: 1.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life and Letters of General Thomas J. Jackson, also known as Stonewall Jackson, is a biographical work written by Mary Anna Jackson, the wife of the late Confederate general. The book provides a detailed account of Jackson's life, from his childhood in Virginia to his military career during the American Civil War. It includes personal letters written by Jackson himself, which offer insight into his thoughts and feelings about the war, his family, and his faith.The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different period in Jackson's life. It begins with his childhood and education, including his time at the Virginia Military Institute. It then moves on to his early military career, including his service in the Mexican-American War and his time as an instructor at VMI.The bulk of the book focuses on Jackson's role in the Civil War, including his famous campaigns in the Shenandoah Valley and his participation in major battles such as Bull Run, Antietam, and Chancellorsville. The book also explores Jackson's personal life, including his marriage to Mary Anna Morrison and the birth of their daughter.Throughout the book, Mary Anna Jackson provides her own insights and reflections on her husband's life and character. She portrays him as a deeply religious man who was fiercely dedicated to his country and his cause. She also describes his military tactics and leadership style, which were often unconventional but highly effective.Overall, The Life and Letters of General Thomas J. Jackson is a comprehensive and intimate portrait of one of the most famous and enigmatic figures of the Civil War. It offers a unique perspective on Jackson's life and legacy, as seen through the eyes of his devoted wife.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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