“A good observer of humanity nonetheless...of course he’s only a deserter to Confederates.”
Huh. Thought that wouldn’t matter...that it was the oath and his brothers at arms that he deserted...I think a Confederate deserter is just as deserving of scorn as anyone...let’s not go too far into that, though OK FRiend? I am a fan of his work...I just sometimes have to ignore the hypocrisy...works in regards to him, others and myself, sometimes...if you have some time, you might be interested in this story about Yank and Reb warriors;
http://www.nps.gov/archive/gett/getttour/sidebar/reunion13.htm
It was tongue in cheek. ;) He was a great writer and observer of America and human nature however.