Grant (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780684849270)

Finalist, Pulitzer Prize in Biography

Ulysses S. Grant was the first four-star general in the history of the United States Army and the only president between Andrew Jackson and Woodrow Wilson to serve eight consecutive years in the White House. As general in chief, Grant revolutionized modern warfare. As president, he brought stability to the country after years of war and upheaval. Yet today Grant is remembered as a brilliant general but a failed president.

In this comprehensive biography, Jean Edward Smith reconciles these conflicting assessments of Grant's life. He argues convincingly that Grant is greatly underrated as a president. Following the turmoil of Andrew Johnson's administration, Grant guided the nation through the post-Civil War era, overseeing Reconstruction in the South and enforcing the freedoms of new African-American citizens. His presidential accomplishments were as considerable as his military victories, says Smith, for the same strength of character that made him successful on the battlefield also characterized his years in the White House.

Author: Jean Edward Smith
ISBN-10: 0684849275
ISBN-13: 9780684849270
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Language: English
Published: 04/09/2002
Pages: 784
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.40lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.20w x 1.80d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 11
Point Value: 56
Interest Level: Upper Grade
Quiz #/Name: 78876 / Grant


Review Citation(s):
New York Times 04/14/2002 pg. 24