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, the 18th President of the United States, to his father and sister during a period spanning over two decades. The letters offer a glimpse into the personal life and thoughts of Grant, an important figure in American history, as he navigates his military career, family life, and political aspirations. The letters cover a range of topics, including Grant's experiences during the Civil War, his thoughts on politics and government, and his personal relationships with family and friends. The book provides readers with an intimate look into the mind of one of America's most significant figures, shedding light on the man behind the public persona.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.