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Often since a fear has crossed my mind lest that book might turn up yet, and fall into the hands of some malicious person who would publish it.
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Ulysses S. Grant
Republican · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Grant expresses his concern about the potential publication of his personal writings, reflecting on the implications of privacy and reputation.

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