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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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1900; or, The Last President, Ingersoll Lockwood
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- Released
- 2019
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Ingersoll Lockwood
- Publisher
- Lulu.com
- Released
- 2019
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 50
- ISBN13
- 9780359384372
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- 2 out of 5
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- 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.