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What are the two instances when the narrative is not told from Grant's perspective? Whose perspective is it told from? Why do you think the author does this?
The first time the narrative isn't told from Grant's perspective is Chapter 29, which is told from the perspective of Jefferson via his journal. The second time we move from Grant's narrative is Chapter 30 when we have the point of view of a third person omniscient narrator. Chapter 29 is when the readers are able to learn Jefferson's inner thoughts. We learn about his past and also musings on God and religion. On the eve of his execution we learn about his fears and what he is doing to try to stay strong....
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