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The Great Revolution (Classic Reprint): A History of the Rise and Progress of the People's Party in the City of Chicago and County of Cook, With Sketches of the Elect in Office - Softcover
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A detailed history of Chicago’s political rise told through the People’s Party and its city and county officials.
This authoritative volume traces the birth and growth of the People’s Party in Chicago and Cook County, offering portraits of key leaders, offices, and political events. It blends narrative history with biographical sketches to illuminate how local politics shaped the city’s course during a pivotal era.
Readers will gain a portrait of the era’s campaigns, governance, and the people who held power, along with context for the city’s power dynamics and reform efforts. The book presents a documentary-style look at elections, offices, and the personalities who influenced Chicago’s political landscape.
- Profiles of mayoral and county officials and the roles they played
- Context for reform movements and the city’s response to governance challenges
- Detailed accounts of elections, appointments, and legislative actions
- Biographical sketches that connect personal history to public impact
Ideal for readers of Chicago history and political history, especially those curious about local reform movements and municipal governance.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book details the political landscape of Chicago during the tumultuous period following the Great Fire of 1871. The author describes two factions that emerged: the Fire Proof Party, concerned with rebuilding the city's infrastructure, and the People's Party, a coalition of German-American immigrants, reformers, and laborers, who sought political and economic change. The book provides a vivid account of the power struggles between these groups, focusing on the issues of police reform, election fraud, and the financial scandals that rocked the city. It explores the interplay between political machines, ethnic tensions, and the rise of populism, offering insights into the complex forces that shaped urban politics in the late 19th century. Through its rich narrative, the book sheds light on the enduring legacy of political corruption, the challenges of governing a rapidly growing city, and the ongoing struggle for equality and justice in American society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331423065_0
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