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Personal Memoirs (Penguin Classics)
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The Foremost Military Memoir In The English Language, Written In A Clear, Supple Style . . . A Masterpiece. Ron Chernow, In Grantfaced With Cancer And Financial Ruin, Ulysses S. Grant Wrote His Personal Memoirs To Secure His Family'S Futureand Won Himself A Unique Place In American Letters. Acclaimed By Writers As Diverse As Mark Twain And Gertrude Stein, Grant'S Memoirs Demonstrate The Intelligence, Intense Determination, And Laconic Modesty That Made Him The Union'S Foremost Commander. Personal Memoirs Is Devoted Almost Entirely To His Life As A Soldier, Tracing The Trajectory Of His Extraordinary Career From West Point Cadet To Generalinchief Of All Union Armies. With Their Directness And Clarity, His Writings On War Are Without Rival In American Literature.This Edition Of Grants Personal Memoirs Includes An Indispensable Introduction And Explanatory Notes By Pulitzer Prizewinning Historian James M. Mcpherson.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Personal Memoirs' by Ulysses S. Grant? A: The main theme of 'Personal Memoirs' is Grant's experiences and reflections as a soldier, detailing his journey from a West Point cadet to the general-in-chief of all Union armies during the American Civil War.
- Q: Who wrote the introduction for this edition of 'Personal Memoirs'? A: This edition of 'Personal Memoirs' includes an introduction and explanatory notes by Pulitzer Prize-winning historian James M. McPherson.
- Q: How many pages does 'Personal Memoirs' have? A: 'Personal Memoirs' contains a total of 704 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of 'Personal Memoirs' is paperback.
- Q: When was 'Personal Memoirs' published? A: 'Personal Memoirs' was published on January 1, 1999.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Personal Memoirs' is in new condition.
- Q: What can readers expect from Grant's writing style in this memoir? A: Readers can expect Grant's writing style to be clear and direct, characterized by a supple prose that conveys his military experiences without rival in American literature.
- Q: Is 'Personal Memoirs' suitable for readers interested in American history? A: Yes, 'Personal Memoirs' is highly suitable for readers interested in American history, particularly those who want insights into the Civil War and Grant's role in it.
- Q: What notable figures have praised Grant's memoirs? A: Notable figures such as Mark Twain and Gertrude Stein have praised Grant's memoirs for their literary merit and historical significance.
- Q: Does this edition include any supplementary materials? A: Yes, this edition includes an indispensable introduction and explanatory notes that provide context and enhance the reading experience.