Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States and commander of the Union forces in the Civil War, tells the story of his life in his own words. In this opening volume, Grant covers his early years, including his time at the U.S. military academy at West Point and his service during the Mexican War under Zachary Taylor. Grant wrote his memoirs in order to rescue his family from debt and they were published as he lay dying of throat cancer. Today, they are an American classic.
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"Surprisingly well written and easy to read. Grant had an amazing memory for names and details in this very personal history covering his career from his early life through the Mexican War and the Civil War (in Volume 1). His views on the Mexican War are especially interesting." — Michael (4 out of 5 stars)
"Surprisingly well written and easy to read. Grant had an amazing memory for names and details in this very personal history covering his career from his early life through the Mexican War and the Civil War (in Volume 1). His views on the Mexican War are especially interesting."
" One of the most important works of US history. What he chooses to disclose and the beauty of his writing gives great insight into this flawed and important American. "
" Best personal memoir of the Rebellion I've come across. "
" An intimate look inside the mind of one of America's greatest generals. "
" It amazes me the command of language in the 19yh century. A real pleasure to read...now on to volume 2! "
" Really very readable for a memoir 130 years old. Modest of himself, but frank with praise amend condemnation for others. Must read for Civil War and Presidential buffs. "
" Interesting account of Grant's experiences in the Mexican War and the American Civil War up until the fall of Vicksburg. I would have liked to see him address the drinking issues but I guess it's not surprising he did not. A must read for those interested in the ACW. "
Ulysses S. Grant (1822–1885) was a general in the Civil War and the eighteenth president of the United States. He wrote his memoirs after being diagnosed with throat cancer and succumbed to the disease a mere week after its completion.
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