Marguerite Merington
The Custer Story: The Life and Intimate Letters of General George A. Custer and His Wife Elizabeth
- ISBN 13:
- 9780803281387
- author:
- Marguerite Merington
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of Nebraska
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1987
- Pages:
- 347
- Genre:
- History Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Custer Story: A Glimpse into a Tragic Life The letters of Lieutenant General George A. Custer and his wife Elizabeth offer a rare insight into the personal and political loyalties of a wartime marriage. Written during periods of separation, these letters reveal the nuances of their relationship and the chain of events that led to Custer's tragic death. Edited by Marguerite Merington, the letters are accompanied by related materials and a narrative thread that spans Custer's life, from his birth on an Ohio farm to the final confrontation at the Little Big Horn. This book provides a unique perspective on the life of a military leader and his wife, shedding light on the devotion and loyalty that characterized their relationship. The letters, which Elizabeth Custer left behind after her own death in 1933, offer a personal and intimate look at the Custer family. Through these letters, a new understanding of Custer's life and death emerges, one that is both poignant and thought-provoking.
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