Letters of Ulysses S. Grant to his Father and His Youngest Sister 1857 to 1878

The book ""Letters of Ulysses S. Grant to his Father and His Youngest Sister 1857 to 1878"" is a collection of personal letters written by Ulysses S. Grant to his father Jesse Root Grant and his youngest sister Mary Frances Grant. The letters span over two decades, from 1857 to 1878, and provide a unique insight into the personal life and thoughts of one of America's most iconic figures.The letters cover a wide range of topics, including Grant's military career, his thoughts on politics and current events, his family life, and his personal struggles and triumphs. The letters are written in Grant's own words, providing a glimpse into his personality and character.The book is edited by his nephew, Jesse Grant Cramer, who provides context and background information for each letter. The letters are arranged chronologically, allowing readers to follow Grant's life and career as it unfolds.Overall, ""Letters of Ulysses S. Grant to his Father and His Youngest Sister 1857 to 1878"" is an intimate and revealing portrait of one of America's greatest leaders, written in his own words. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, military history, or the life and legacy of Ulysses S. Grant.1912. With portraits. A collection of letters written by the 18th president of the United States, who was a puzzling figure in American public life. He was a failure in his early ventures into both business and military life. In four years of commanding Union forces he climbed to the highest rank in the U.S. Army and directed the strategy that successfully concluded the Civil War in 1865. His two terms as president of the United States are considered by many historians to be the most corrupt in the country's history. Yet from accounts of Grant's contemporaries, as well as from his own memoirs, there emerges a personality of strong character and considerable dignity. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.