Stonewall jacksons book of maxims scv online store. The passage of years has only deepened the fascination and reverence for confederate general thomas jonathan stonewall jackson. Free pdf stonewall jacksons book of maxims read online. A thoughtful look at the maxims stonewall jackson collected as a cadet at west point. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims 2005, paperback for. We will be posting books of interest to the serious student of stonewall jackson here. Questions are also provided at the end of each section. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims by thomas jackson.
The influences that guided the transformation from reticent boy to confident commander are explored in stonewall jacksons book of maxims, compiled and edited by james i. Robertson jr provides a revealing insight into the workings of jacksons mind through the maxims he chose to live by. The origin of the adage one or more quotations that parallel the maxim how jackson may have applied the idea in his own life how certain maxims offer insights into the mind of the man these timeless insights offer as much to individuals today as they did when jackson strove to integrate them into his life. Thomas jonathon jackson was adored by his troops, trusted by his superiors, respected by his enemies, and still studied by todays military leaders. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims by james robertson jr. His book of maxims first appeared at this time while jackson was at west point. The main categories under which the maxims are placed, according to jackson, are choice of friends, rules of conversation, guides for good behavior, motives to action, politeness and good breeding, and objects to be affected by ellies death. Thomas stonewall jackson when facing trials, i believe one should never give up and push his nor her boundaries. However, he spent the rest of his life seeking by gods grace to put them into practice. In the 1990s, the author discovered the longlost book of maxims in the. Stonewall jackson s book of maxims is inspiring to say the least. Jackson s maxims are reproduced here as he wrote them.
Lord roberts, commanderinchief of the british armies, observed early in the 20 th century. Jackson s personal book of maxims this was a book of statements by others which jackson had copied into a small book for his own use. Thomas stonewall jackson when facing trials, i believe. Edt, isbn 1581824858, isbn 9781581824858, brand new, free shipping in the us a thoughtful look at the maxims stonewall jackson collected as a cadet at west point. The word stonewall is quite arguably the most recognizable name in american military history. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims by stonewall jackson. All products stonewall jackson house virginia military. The violence, passion, and redemption of stonewall jackson, tells jackson s story in an engaging narrative with a pace that never flags. Stonewall jackson s book of maxims stonewall jackson, james i. Part i if one searches online for images of thomas jonathan stonewall jackson or any combination of those names, literally hundreds of choices will appear however, a closer look will reveal that most of them are either the same, or derivatives of a mere dozen or fewer photographs taken.
Revered by his men, respected by his foes, jackson became seemingly invincible. Throughout his life, he wrote down rules of behavior or philosophies of life. He ranks today as among the halfdozen greatest soldiers that america has produced. Always mystify, mislead, and surprise the enemy were the words that drove stonewall jackson, one of the most famous generals in the civil wars confederate army. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims by james i robertson, jr.
From the start, the notebook was a reminder for selfimprovement. Stonewall jackson civil war virginia stonewall jackson army. Jackson, called by lee my right arm was an able commander and cavalry leader, a west point graduate and had been a teacher at virginia military institute vmi. While he was a young cadet at west point, the future general thomas stonewall jackson began writing down a book of maxims which he. His sense of duty and honor were unparalleled and it. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims few men have ever started from humbler beginnings and risen to greater heights. Life and campaigns of stonewall jackson robert lewis dabney on. Jackson in 1862 while he was a young cadet at west point, the future general thomas stonewall jackson began writing down a book of maxims which he wished to apply to his life. Military academies in both hemispheres still teach his tactics. Site of stonewall jacksons death gets new name emerging. Subsequent generations assumed that this notebook was a casualty of time, but in the 1990s, during his research for a biography of jackson, james i. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims has 2 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace same low prices, bigger selection, more fun. Thomas jackson was raised as an orphan in the mountains of west virginia, had less than a fourthgrade education when he entered west point and then catapulted himself as an elite strategisttactician and general of. The origin of the adage one or more quotations that parallel the maxim how jackson may have applied the idea in his own life how certain maxims offer.
James robertson s meticulous research for his finely crafted biography of stonewall jackson also resulted in the rediscovery of jacksons book of maxims that had been unnoticed for eighty years. His sense of duty and honor were unparalleled and it transpires all throughout his book of maxims. Add to cart jacksons personal book of maxims was recently discovered in a historical archive. As professor robertson notes in his introduction of stonewall jacksons book of maxims. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims by james robertson, jr. Its synonymous with that of steadfast leadership, devout obedience, and military prowess. Free download stonewall jackson s book of maxims download online.
The book was believed to have disappeared until about years ago, and copies are now available. His real name was thomas jonathan jackson, and he was born in what is now west virginia, of poor parents who had to work hard for a living. We will post books in their entirety for your enjoyment. There is no other famous quotation, in my opinion, that better summarizes the american dream so briefly, yet so. This amazing little gem of a book is full of wisdom from the civil wars gentleman warrior. The background music is stonewall jackson s way, author an unknown confederate soldier under jackson s command. His father died when he was three years old, leaving his mother to support three little children. Many famous historical figures are noted for their words of wisdom or pithy sayings called maxims george washington and napoleon come to mind and james robertson, author of the massive biography cited in the first section above, has done the same for jackson in stonewall jackson s book of maxims, a selection made from his various writings. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims edited by james i.
Stonewall jackson free online books american civil war. This beautiful new edition features unpublished notes for the novel and other illuminating documentary. Book of maxims this quote is immortalized in the marble of stonewall jackson hall on the campus of virginia military institute. Jacksons arm had to be amputated, and as so often in those days, pneumonia set in and jackson died 8 days later, robbing robert e. Secondary source analysis of stonewall jackson term paper. Paperback, 160 pages published september 1st 2005 by cumberland house publishing first published 1853. Thomas jackson grew up an orphan in the mountains of west virginia, had less than a fourthgrade education when he entered west point and ended up being a general in the army. Robert lewis dabney was an american christian theologian and a southern presbyterian pastor, but hes best known for being chief of staff for general thomas jonathan stonewall jackson during his famous valley campaign and the seven days battles. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims is the latest offering by noted jackson biographer james i. He was buried in what is now known as the stonewall jackson cemetery. Born to parents who died early, jackson and his sister.
The facility, located near weston, serves as a special campus for west virginia university and the wvu extension service. Stonewall jackson s book of maxims, paperback by robertson, james i. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims by thomas jackson goodreads. Jun 28, 2019 learn more about the life and military career of stonewall jackson, a confederate general during the civil war and hero of the american south, at. Nearby, at stonewall jackson s historical childhood home, his uncles grist mill is the centerpiece of a historical site at the jackson s mill center for lifelong learning and state 4h camp.
Reading it gives us great insight into a man who stood tall not only on the battlefield, but in life as well. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. The paperback of the stonewall jacksons book of maxims by james robertson, jr. Scopri stonewall jackson s book of maxims di stonewall jackson, james i. To add context to each maxim, he also adds commentary that helps the reader better understand the maxim. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims, paperback by robertson, james i. Stonewall jackson faq vmi archives virginia military institute. In the follow up to his biography of the man, robertsons stonewall jacksons book of maxims serves as a guide to the inner hopes, ambitions and moral fiber of one of historys most outstanding military leaders, stonewall jackson. The addition of information quoted from stonewall jacksons book of maxims and stonewall jackson the man, the soldier, the legend, by james i.
Accompanying each adage are insights into the man, and information on the source of the original quotation. I will go even further than thatas a campaigner in the field he never had a superior. In my opinion stonewall jackson was one of the greatest natural military geniuses the world ever saw. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims is inspiring to say the least. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims by stonewall jackson, 2002, cumberland house edition, in english. A stonewall jackson bookshelf thomas stonewall jackson.
In the mid1850s he carefully inscribed these maxims in a personal notebook. The sage group of writings, thought lost forever, has been published again with added commentary on jacksons life and character. It is said that the army of northern virginia never fully recovered from the loss of stonewall jackson s leadership in battle. Michael jackson and the jacksons book by phoenix touched by the jacksons. The origin of the adageone or more quotations that parallel the maximhow jackson may have applied the idea in his own lifehow certain maxims offer insights into the mind of the manthese timeless insights offer as much to individuals today as they did when jackson strove to integrate them into his life. How jackson may have applied the idea in his own life. Wiley, editor of the indispensable historiography civil war books baton. Nearby, at stonewall jackson s historical childhood home, his uncle s grist mill is the centerpiece of a historical site at the jackson s mill center for lifelong learning and state 4h camp. General thomas jonathan stonewall jackson possessed a strong military background. As a cadet at west point, jackson began collecting maxims as part of his quest for status as a gentleman.
I found these maxims extremely inspiring, and they are consistently referred to in my day to day life now. This information includes the origin of the adage, one or more quotations that parallel the maxim. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Thomas jonathan jackson in photographs thomas stonewall. General thomas stonewall jackson was a man in his moment, a weapon to be employed for a particular purpose, yet who even then always seemed to operate just inches from disaster. One mustnt look any further than stonewall jacksons book of maxims to understand the values and principles that shaped him as a man and. Apparently, jackson rarely spoke at length, but took words seriously. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Stonewall jacksons book of maxims 2002 edition open. Each maxim is explained and considered in terms of how it may have affected his actions at various times. Each lesson plan includes multiple scripture readings that correlate to each ocs chapter. Top 25 quotes by stonewall jackson of 51 az quotes. Jacksons maxims are reproduced here as he wrote them.
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