The General and Julia

Ulysses S. Grant reflects on his life as a husband, father, general, and president while writing his memoirs and grappling with his complex legacy in this evocative and detailed historical novel. Despite his physical decline due to cancer, Grant’s journey takes him through pivotal moments in American history, revealing his successes, failures, and changing views on race and Reconstruction. Authored by Jon Clinch, the book offers a graceful and moving portrayal of an iconic figure in American history.