Around the World with General Grant

The book is in fair condition, with noticeable wear on the spine and edges. The hardcover binding is intact, though the corners and edges show signs of rubbing. Marbled endpapers add a touch of elegance, while the pages are slightly age-toned but free from inscriptions or library marks. No dust jacket is present.

"Around the World with General Grant" by John Russell Young, published by The American News Company in 1879, offers a detailed narrative of Ulysses S. Grant's world tour from 1877 to 1879. This Volume II edition, printed in New York, captures Grant's visits to Europe, Asia, and Africa, providing insights into his conversations on American politics and history. John Russell Young, a notable journalist of the era, accompanied Grant, documenting the journey with eight hundred illustrations. This edition is a significant historical record, offering a unique perspective on Grant's post-presidency years. The book is bound in a sturdy hardcover with marbled endpapers, showing signs of wear consistent with its age, yet remains intact and complete.