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Under The Tamaracks, Or, A Summer With General Grant At The Thousand Islands

Under The Tamaracks, Or, A Summer With General Grant At The Thousand Islands

Elbridge Streeter Brooks

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
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Biografía e historias reales
ISBN:
9781248361627
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'Under The Tamaracks, Or, A Summer With General Grant At The Thousand Islands' offers a charming glimpse into the summer of Ulysses S. Grant, the celebrated Civil War general and former president, as seen through the eyes of those who shared time with him at the Thousand Islands. Elbridge Streeter Brooks vividly recounts the experiences and observations of a summer spent in the company of Grant, capturing the relaxed atmosphere and personal interactions that defined his time away from public life.This narrative provides a unique historical perspective, blending elements of biography and travelogue. Readers are transported to the scenic Thousand Islands, where they gain insight into Grant’s character and enjoy a snapshot of American life during the post-Civil War era. 'Under The Tamaracks' is a delightful read, perfect for those interested in American history, biographical anecdotes, and the tranquil beauty of the Thousand Islands.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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