1900; or, The last President by Ingersoll Lockwood
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About this eBook
| Author | Lockwood, Ingersoll, 1841-1918 |
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| LoC No. | 07022741 |
| Title | 1900; or, The last President |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "1900; or, The Last President" by Ingersoll Lockwood is a political novel written in the late 19th century, reflecting the tumultuous societal landscape of the time. The book likely touches on themes of class struggle and political upheaval, as it portrays a fictional election and its aftermath, highlighting the tensions between the wealthy elite and the common people. The narrative unfolds in the chaotic aftermath of the 1896 presidential election, where the election of William Jennings Bryan sparks riots and widespread civil unrest in major cities like New York. The story follows the rise of Bryan, who is depicted as a savior for the oppressed "common people," promising to abolish the gold standard in favor of silver, which leads to a fragile democracy threatened by the excesses of populism and class conflict. As the new administration implements policies to redistribute wealth and empower the disenfranchised, a series of dubious decisions result in severe economic turmoil and moral decay, culminating in a dramatic revolt against the central government. The book serves as both a cautionary tale and a satirical commentary on American politics, reflecting Lockwood's concerns about the potential consequences of unchecked populism. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | United States -- Politics and government -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60479 |
| Release Date | Oct 12, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 4650 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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