General U. S. Grant: His Early Life And Military Career, With An Account Of His Presidential Administration And Tour Around The World (1885

By Julien K. Larke

Book Overview

General Ulysses S. Grant is a comprehensive biography written by J.K. Larke in 1885. The book covers the early life and military career of Grant, from his childhood in Ohio to his rise as a prominent general in the American Civil War. The author provides a detailed account of Grant's military campaigns, including his victories at Vicksburg and Appomattox, as well as his struggles with alcoholism and personal tragedy.In addition to Grant's military career, the book also covers his presidency, including his efforts to reconcile the North and South after the war and his attempts to protect the rights of African Americans. The author also describes Grant's famous tour around the world, during which he visited Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.Overall, General Ulysses S. Grant provides a comprehensive look at the life and achievements of one of America's most celebrated military leaders and presidents.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163992550
• ISBN13: 9781163992555
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 614 Pages
• Weight: 1.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"