Fort Wadsworth’s historic Mont Sec House

Bay Street & School Road, SINY 10305

Some scholars contend that Mark Twain was the ghost-writer of portions of General Grant’s memoirs; others disagree.There’s no question that Twain invested in Grant’s memoirs and worked hard to promote sales, which would help ensure the Grant family’s security.

Twain likely edited many portions that Grant wrote or dictated. Of Grant’s writing, Twain said:

“This is the simple soldier, who, all untaught of the silken phrase-makers, linked words together with an art surpassing the art of the schools.

He put them into something which will still bring to American ears, as long as America shall stand,the roll of his vanished drums and the tread of his marching hosts.”

A caveat to any of you book-collectors: Don’t pay extra for a signed copy of Grant’s memoirs; they were published after he died.

We’ll also feature readings from Tom Sawyer.

What’s your favorite chapter? Email us and cast your vote!

This event is best enjoyed by adults & young readers age 10 & older.

For directions to Fort Wadsworth via public transportation, visit www.hopstop.com