The Confederacy: History, Documents, Memoirs and Biographies

John Esten Cooke was an American novelist and historian recognized for his literary works that primarily engage with themes of Southern history and society, particularly during the Civil War era. Born on November 3, 1830, in Winchester, Virginia, Cooke stemmed from a lineage deeply rooted in Southern aristocracy, which flavored much of his writing. A prolific author, his work includes not only his...