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Grant
Ron Chernow · Book · 2017
What hooked you in Grant is the masterful way you see grand historical shifts reflected through the personal struggles of legendary leaders.
Films on the same thread
1776
Peter H. Hunt · Film · 1972
Explores: Founding Fathers, Political deliberation, Revolutionary fervor.
If the political maneuvering in Grant kept you turning pages, you will appreciate the high-stakes bureaucratic tension and intense deliberation found in this dramatic portrayal of the American founding.
Series on the same thread
Washington
Matthew Ginsburg · Series · 2020
Shares a thread with Grant: Presidential Biography.
Much like the evolution of the subject in Grant, this docudrama captures the burden of power and the personal sacrifices required of those tasked with forging a new nation.
Reconstruction: America After the Civil War
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. · Series · 2019
Explores: Racial Justice, Democracy and Governance, Systemic Inequality.
Since Grant focused heavily on the Reconstruction era, this series provides the necessary historical context for the systemic challenges and social shifts that defined that volatile post-war period.
Podcasts on the same thread
LeVar Burton Reads
LeVar Burton and Stitcher · Podcast · 2024
If you enjoyed the narrative depth of Grant, you will value this podcast for its commitment to high-quality storytelling and the immersive way it brings complex, short-form fiction to life.
Literature and History
Doug Metzger · Podcast · 2026
Just as Grant grounded military history in the humanity of its subject, this podcast explores the cultural forces and historical contexts that shaped the most significant works of literature.
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Common questions
Is Grant considered a highly acclaimed biography?
Yes, Grant is a number one New York Times bestseller and was named one of the ten best books of 2017 by the New York Times Book Review. It is a sweeping and dramatic portrait of Ulysses S. Grant written by Pulitzer Prize winner Ron Chernow.
What is the reading experience of Grant like?
According to Ta-Nehisi Coates in The Atlantic, Grant is eminently readable while being thick with import. The book is described as hitting like a Mack truck of knowledge, providing a comprehensive and detailed account of the life of its subject.
Who is the author of the book Grant?
Grant was written by the Pulitzer Prize winner Ron Chernow. Published in 2017, this work serves as a detailed and dramatic biographical portrait of one of the most compelling figures in American history.
Does Grant have any notable literary recognition?
Grant received significant critical recognition upon its release. In addition to reaching the top of the New York Times bestseller list, it was selected as one of the ten best books of 2017 by the New York Times Book Review.