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American Ulysses: A Life Of Ulysses S. Grant
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New York Times Bestseller From The Author Of A. Lincoln, A Major New Biography Of One Of Americas Greatest Generalsand Most Misunderstood Presidentswinner Of The William Henry Seward Award For Excellence In Civil War Biography Finalist For The Gilderlehrman Military History Book Prizein His Time, Ulysses S. Grant Was Routinely Grouped With George Washington And Abraham Lincoln In The Trinity Of Great American Leaders. But The Battlefield Commanderturnedcommanderinchief Fell Out Of Favor In The Twentieth Century. In American Ulysses, Ronald C. White Argues That We Need To Once More Revise Our Estimates Of Him In The Twentyfirst.Based On Seven Years Of Research With Primary Documentssome Of Them Never Examined By Previous Grant Scholarsthis Is Destined To Become The Grant Biography Of Our Time. White, A Biographer Exceptionally Skilled At Writing Momentous History From The Inside Out, Shows Grant To Be A Generous, Curious, Introspective Man And Leadera Willing Delegator With A Natural Gift For Managing The Rampaging Egos Of His Fellow Officers. His Wife, Julia Dent Grant, Long Marginalized In The Historic Record, Emerges In Her Own Right As A Spirited And Influential Partner.Grant Was Not Only A Brilliant General But Also A Passionate Defender Of Equal Rights In Postcivil War America. After Winning Election To The White House In 1868, He Used The Power Of The Federal Government To Battle The Ku Klux Klan. He Was The First President To State That The Governments Policy Toward American Indians Was Immoral, And The First Expresident To Embark On A World Tour, And He Cemented His Reputation For Courage By Racing Against Death To Complete His Personal Memoirs. Published By Mark Twain, It Is Widely Considered To Be The Greatest Autobiography By An American Leader, But Its Place In Grants Life Story Has Never Been Fully Exploreduntil Now.One Of Those Rare Books That Successfully Recast Our Impression Of An Iconic Historical Figure, American Ulysses Gives Us A Finely Honed, Threedimensional Portrait Of Grant The Manhusband, Father, Leader, Writerthat Should Set The Standard By Which All Future Biographies Of Him Will Be Measured.Praise For American Ulysses[Ronald C. White] Portrays A Deeply Introspective Man Of Ideals, A Man Of Measured Thought And Careful Action Who Found Himself In The Crosshairs Of American History At Its Most Crucial Moment.Usa Todaywhite Delineates Grants Virtues Better Than Any Author Before. . . . By The End, Readers Will See How Fortunate The Nation Was That Grant Went Into The Worldto Save The Union, To Lead It And, On His Deathbed, To Write One Of The Finest Memoirs In All Of American Letters.The New York Times Book Reviewronald White Has Restored Ulysses S. Grant To His Proper Place In History With A Biography Whose Breadth And Tone Suit The Man Perfectly. Like Grant Himself, This Book Will Have Staying Power.The Wall Street Journalmagisterial . . . Grants Esteem In The Eyes Of Historians Has Increased Significantly In The Last Generation. . . . [American Ulysses] Is The Newest Heavyweight Champion In This Movement.The Boston Globesuperb . . . Illuminating, Inspiring And Deeply Moving.Chicago Tribunein This Sympathetic, Rigorously Sourced Biography, White . . . Conveys The Essence Of Grant The Man And Grant The Warrior.Newsday
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'American Ulysses: A Life of Ulysses S. Grant'? A: 'American Ulysses' is a biography that explores the life of Ulysses S. Grant, highlighting his role as a general and president, as well as his contributions to civil rights and American history.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The book is authored by Ronald C. White, who is known for his extensive research and previous works on American history, including a biography of Abraham Lincoln.
- Q: How many pages does 'American Ulysses' have? A: 'American Ulysses: A Life of Ulysses S. Grant' contains 864 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of Grant's life and legacy.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This listing features the First Edition of 'American Ulysses', published on October 4, 2016.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'American Ulysses' is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in civil rights history? A: Yes, 'American Ulysses' discusses Grant's passionate defense of equal rights and his actions against the Ku Klux Klan during his presidency, making it relevant for those interested in civil rights history.
- Q: Does the biography include personal insights into Ulysses S. Grant's character? A: Yes, the biography presents a detailed and nuanced portrait of Grant as a man, husband, father, and leader, based on extensive primary research.
- Q: What are some notable accolades received by 'American Ulysses'? A: The book has won the William Henry Seward Award for Excellence in Civil War Biography and was a finalist for the Gilder-Lehrman Military History Book Prize.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: 'American Ulysses: A Life of Ulysses S. Grant' is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a classic presentation.
- Q: When was 'American Ulysses' first published? A: The book was first published on October 4, 2016, making it a relatively recent addition to historical literature.