The absolute BEST book is Elizabeth Varon, Southern Lady, Yankee Spy (NY: Oxford University Press, 2003). Thoroughly researched and exceeding well written. Sandy Treadway Library of Virginia -----Original Message----- From: Discussion of research and writing about Virginia history [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Craig Kilby Sent: Friday, December 11, 2009 12:27 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: [VA-HIST] Elizabeth Van Lew Hello all: my mother in St. Louis asks for just one thing for Christmas this year, and this a book on Elizabeth Van Lew, the famous Richmond "Crazy Bet" Union spy in the Civil War. I see several books available about her. I am asking this learned group's opinion on the BEST book about her, and perhaps spying general in Richmond during the war. She will more interested in historical fact over non-fiction, romanticized accounts. Can you please help me choose the right book? Craig Kilby Lancaster, VA ______________________________________ To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-hist.html ______________________________________ To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-hist.html