Robert E.Lee: By Roy Blount, Jr.

Talented military general, celebrated Virginian, and an overall sound human being; it has finally come time to elaborate upon the once great life of the one, the only, Robert Edward Lee. Though much of his being was unknown, Roy Blount, Jr. uses his outstanding history knowledge to give great character background, as well as show how Lee evolved over his lifetime. With vibrant storytelling and a distinct patriotic writing style, Blount creatively communicates with readers early on in his novel that Robert E. Lee would not only change the state of Virginia, but the landscape of the United States of America.
Engrossed by what made Lee such a great, yet understanding leader in the eyes of his followers, Blount digs deep into Robert's family roots to discover what individuals in his life molded a unique young mind into a strong military man. Being raised in a family where he was looked upon as the son of a convicted felon was not easy in the least, but Robert overcame adversity, becoming Abraham Lincoln's first choice to lead the Union Army against Confederate forces in the year of 1861. But Lee's immediate family, as well as his past history in Virginia was to much to overlook; which led him to overtaking Confederate command in that same year. Robert E. Lee, the first true biography of this American legend, will apeal to history and military fanatics, proud Americans, and all individuals who want to learn more about a man that changed the course of American history. Personally, after reading a wide variety of biographies over my lifetime, I feel that Roy Blount Jr., does a fine job of capturing the utter essence of the once prominent American, Robert Edward Lee. On a scale of one to ten, ten being the best book I have ever read, I rate Robert E. Lee a strong eight, as it was a wonderfully written and informative novel, with the need of minor improvements.

Sincerely,

Zach Bluebond