72 pages • 2 hours read
Ron ChernowGrant
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Review Roundup
Ron Chernow's biography, Grant, is widely praised for its comprehensive research and engaging narration. Many commend Chernow's success in redefining Ulysses S. Grant’s public image, offering new insights into his presidency and personal life. However, some reviewers find the book's length excessive, citing occasional repetitive content. Overall, Chernow’s work is seen as a significant, well-crafted contribution to historical literature.
Who Should Read Grant?
A reader who enjoys Grant by Ron Chernow typically appreciates richly detailed biographies and American history. Fans of David McCullough's John Adams and Doris Kearns Goodwin's Team of Rivals will find Chernow's meticulous research and compelling narrative style engrossing. These readers value deep dives into historical figures' complexities and legacies.
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