Taylor served at General Lee's side during the entire Civil War, and his personal correspondence sheds light on everyday life at Lee's headquarters and on the general himself. Taylor's letters home recount the Army of Northern Virginia's early triumphs, invasions of the North, defeat at Gettysburg, the siege of Petersburg, and final surrender. An introduction provides a biographical sketch of the young adjutant and describes his administrative duties during the war and his role in shaping Confederate memory. Includes b&w photos. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
