General Grant

General Grant

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Author: Matthew Arnold, Mark Twain
Binding: Hardback
Published: Southern Illinois University Press, 1966

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.

This compelling work of literary criticism presents Matthew Arnold's incisive analysis of Ulysses S. Grant's "Personal Memoirs," offering a unique perspective on the American general's prose style. Arnold's essay meticulously examines Grant's writing, prompting a spirited rejoinder from Mark Twain, who champions Grant's literary merits. The volume captures a fascinating intellectual exchange between prominent literary figures of the 19th century, illuminating contemporary views on American letters and the art of autobiography. It provides valuable insight into the critical reception of a pivotal historical document and the enduring debate over clarity and eloquence in writing.

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Description

Author: Matthew Arnold, Mark Twain
Binding: Hardback
Published: Southern Illinois University Press, 1966

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.

This compelling work of literary criticism presents Matthew Arnold's incisive analysis of Ulysses S. Grant's "Personal Memoirs," offering a unique perspective on the American general's prose style. Arnold's essay meticulously examines Grant's writing, prompting a spirited rejoinder from Mark Twain, who champions Grant's literary merits. The volume captures a fascinating intellectual exchange between prominent literary figures of the 19th century, illuminating contemporary views on American letters and the art of autobiography. It provides valuable insight into the critical reception of a pivotal historical document and the enduring debate over clarity and eloquence in writing.