Personal Memoirs of U. S. Grant (Annotated Edition)

De: Ulysses Grant

Narrado por: Jim D Johnston

Inside the Mind of Ulysses S. Grant: A Commander's Memoir, a President's Legacy, America's Journey.

Published in 1885 shortly before his death, the book offers a firsthand account of Grant's life, military career, and his experiences during one of the most tumultuous periods in American history.

This annotated edition includes key historical events:

• The American Revolution
• America’s Westward Expansion
• The Mexican-American War and the Gold Rush
• The Industrial Revolution and Its Impact

Ulysses S. Grant, was the 18th President of the United States and a renowned Civil War general.

In his memoir, Grant recounts his early life, including his military education at West Point and his service in the Mexican-American War. However, the heart of the book focuses on his leadership during the American Civil War. Grant provides detailed insights into his strategic decisions, battles, and interactions with other prominent military figures such as Abraham Lincoln and Robert E. Lee.

"U.S. Grant" is not only a memoir but also a historical document that sheds light on the complexities of war, leadership, and the political landscape of 19th-century America. Grant's straightforward writing style and candid reflections make this memoir a valuable resource for understanding his role in shaping American history.

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Public Domain (P)2024 Montgomery Providence Publishing

Not for everyone.

I’ll try to keep this brief and explain how a 5 star story and 4 star performance equals a 3 star overall review.

The book is wonderfully written and deserved all the plaudits it received. It’s made all the more remarkable when you know that Grant wrote the book while suffering unimaginable pain and dying from mouth cancer. And he had inoperable tumors on his tongue, in his throat, and on the roof of his mouth and died not long after the completion of this book.

Grant is honest and forthright, admitting blame for his mistakes and praising others for their accomplishments. He doesn’t sing his own praises or come across as the great hero who saved the nation. He was too humble for that nonsense.

The performer’s voice is perfect for the folksy, unpretentious words of the author. I dinged him a star for hesitations and some mispronounced place and landmark names.

The production has issues, some serious. Very early the performer stops speaking and then there’s 3 taps like a pencil on a table and he starts over and continues on. There’s also a repeat of sentences later in the book.

Of the many books I’ve listened to this is the first time I’ve ever heard a door closing during the narration. I have no idea what to make of that.

And finally the one that will be a problem for many listeners. There’s a persistent clicking in the background throughout the book. I was going to return it and get one of the other two versions of the book but I didn’t think the voices of those narrators appropriate for Grant and I was enjoying the writing so much that I decided to soldier on.

I should never preface a review by saying I’ll keep it brief. I think my brain takes that as a challenge. 😁