Grant, Ulysses S.
Personal Memoirs of Ulysses S.Grant (Penguin Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140437010
- author:
- Grant, Ulysses S.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1999
- Pages:
- 704
- Dimensions:
- 12.7 x 2.79 x 19.81 centimetres
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Ulysses S. Grant's Personal Memoirs is a masterpiece of military writing, offering a unique insight into the life of one of America's most renowned commanders. Written in a clear and supple style, Grant's memoirs demonstrate his intelligence, determination, and modesty, making him a compelling figure in American literature. The memoirs follow Grant's extraordinary career from his time as a West Point cadet to his role as general-in-chief of all Union armies. With directness and clarity, Grant's writings on war are unmatched in American literature, providing a valuable perspective on the Civil War era. This edition of Personal Memoirs includes an introduction and explanatory notes by Pulitzer Prize-winning historian James M. McPherson, adding depth and context to Grant's remarkable story.
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