Grant, Lee, Lincoln and the Radicals

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1964117 pagesNorthwestern University Pr.

This book examines the intertwined lives and political relationships of Ulysses S. Grant, Robert E. Lee, and Abraham Lincoln, particularly focusing on their interactions with the Radical Republicans during the American Civil War. It delves into the military campaigns, command strategies, and the broader political landscape of the era, offering biographical insights into these pivotal figures. The essays explore how these leaders navigated the complexities of war and governance, shaping the course of American history.

Avg. reading time: 2h 13m
Prose complexity: 7/10

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Grady McWhiney

Grady McWhiney is a historian specializing in American history. His book, Grant, Lee, Lincoln and the Radicals, offers a look at key figures and events from the Civil War and Reconstruction era.

Bruce Catton

Charles Bruce Catton (9 October 1899 -28 August 1978 ) was an American historian and journalist, best known for his books on the American Civil War. Known as a narrative historian, Catton specialized in popular history, featuring colorful characters and historical vignettes, in addition to the basic facts, dates, and analyses. Although his books were well researched and supported by footnotes, they were not generally presented in a rigorous academic style. He won a Pulitzer Prize in 1954 for *A...

David Herbert Donald

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Joseph T. Glatthaar

Military historian specializing in the American Civil War and American military history

Charles P. Roland

Charles P. Roland is a historian specializing in American history, particularly the Civil War era. His book, Grant, Lee, Lincoln and the Radicals, examines major figures and events from that period.