1900; or, The Last President

Autori

• Ingersoll Lockwood

Parametri

Pagine

50pagine

Tempo di lettura

2ore

• Classici
• Narrativa
• Politica
• Prosa storica
• Scienze politiche & Politica

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

Set in a speculative future, this short story presents a chilling vision of a populist president's rise to power in 1999, reflecting the political climate of its time and eerily resonating with contemporary issues. Written in 1896, it explores the potential ramifications of electing a charismatic leader, tapping into themes of political foresight and societal upheaval. Lockwood's narrative has gained renewed attention for its uncanny parallels to modern America, suggesting a deeper, almost prophetic insight into the nature of leadership and its impact on democracy.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2019

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