{ "item_title" : "The Life Of Major General George B. McClellan (1861)", "item_author" : [" Louis Legrand "], "item_description" : "The Life of Major General George B. McClellan is a biography written by Louis Legrand in 1861. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and military career of George B. McClellan, who was a prominent figure in the American Civil War. McClellan was a Union Army general who served as the commander of the Army of the Potomac, one of the most important Union armies during the war. The book begins by tracing McClellan's early life, including his upbringing and education. It then moves on to his military career, starting with his service in the Mexican-American War and his subsequent rise through the ranks of the United States Army. The book also covers McClellan's involvement in the Civil War, including his command of the Army of the Potomac and his role in several key battles, such as the Battle of Antietam.Throughout the book, Legrand provides a detailed and nuanced portrait of McClellan, exploring his strengths and weaknesses as a military leader and his complicated relationships with other generals and political figures. The book also offers insights into the broader political and social context of the war, including the debates over slavery and the role of the federal government. Overall, The Life of Major General George B. McClellan is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Civil War or the history of American military leadership. It offers a rich and complex portrait of one of the war's most important figures, shedding light on both his achievements and his failures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.", "item_img_path" : "https://covers2.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/1/10/491/638/110491638X_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "21.95", "online_price" : "21.95", "our_price" : "21.95", "club_price" : "21.95", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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