Publisher's Synopsis
""The Life And Campaigns Of General U.S. Grant: From Boyhood To His Inauguration As President Of The United States"" is a comprehensive biography of one of America's most celebrated military leaders and politicians. Written by Phineas Camp Headley and first published in 1869, this book covers the life of Ulysses S. Grant from his humble beginnings as a boy in Ohio to his rise to the presidency.The book provides an in-depth look at Grant's military career, including his service in the Mexican-American War, his leadership during the Civil War, and his successful campaigns against the Confederacy. It also covers his personal life, including his marriage to Julia Dent and his struggles with alcoholism.Throughout the book, Headley portrays Grant as a determined and resilient leader who overcame numerous obstacles to achieve his goals. He also highlights Grant's strategic brilliance and his ability to adapt to changing circumstances on the battlefield.In addition to his military career, the book also covers Grant's political career, including his two terms as president of the United States. Headley provides insight into Grant's policies and his approach to governance, as well as his efforts to promote civil rights and reconciliation between North and South.Overall, ""The Life And Campaigns Of General U.S. Grant"" is a fascinating and informative biography of one of America's most important historical figures. It provides a detailed look at Grant's life and legacy, and offers valuable insights into the political and social context of his time.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.
