The Complete Personal Memoirs of General Ulysses S. Grant

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The Personal Memoirs of Ulysses S. Grant is the autobiography of American President Ulysses S. Grant focused mainly on the generals actions during the American Civil War. Written as Grant was dying in 1885 the two-volume set was published by Mark Twain shortly after Grants death. The Personal Memoirs of Ulysses S. Grant has been highly regarded by the general public military historians and literary critics. Grant was a shrewd intelligent and effective writer. He portrayed himself in the persona of the honorable Western hero whose strength lies in his honesty and straightforwardness. He candidly depicts his battles against both the external Confederates and his internal Army foes.