"To some he was a brutal thug, a heartless murderer - a monster. To others he was a protector, a beloved martyr to the Confederate cause - a hero. To a few he was a family man, a good old boy caught up in passions beyond his control - a man.He was all these things, and more. He was an American tragedy. He was Champ Ferguson." Troy "Troy Smith is a superb writer. The life of Champ Ferguson is a powerful story. Put the two together and you have a wonderful read. I highly recommend Good Rebel Soil." Frank Roderus