1900; or, The last President
A gripping journey through a political thriller of power and conspiracy in the early 20th centuryBy Ingersoll Lockwood
Length1h 15m
About this audiobook
Ingersoll Lockwood's "1900; or, The Last President" emerges as a distinctive work of speculative fiction that intricately weaves themes of politics, social upheaval, and the American spirit at the turn of the 20th century. Written in a captivating, yet foreboding style, the narrative projects an alternate reality where the election of an outsider president incites chaos and upheaval among the populace. Lockwood'Äôs prescient reflections on the sociopolitical climate echo through time, examining the eventual consequences of populism and the fragility of democracy, all framed within a richly detailed and evocative prose that resonates with the anxieties of his era and beyond. Ingersoll Lockwood, a lawyer and writer active during the late 19th century, crafted this novel against a backdrop of political discontent and societal transformation in America. His own experiences, coupled with an imaginative mind influenced by the era's fascination with utopian visions and dystopian possibilities, shaped his narrative'Äôs profound critique of political norms. Lockwood'Äôs background and keen observational skills allowed him to predict a future riddled with the uncertainties surrounding leadership and national identity. "1900; or, The Last President" offers readers an insightful lens into the historical and political intricacies of its time while remaining eerily relevant to contemporary discourse. It is a compelling read for those intrigued by the intersections of fiction and politics, as well as for anyone seeking to understand the undercurrents of societal change through literature. Lockwood's work remains a potent reminder of the cyclical nature of history, urging a critical examination of today's political landscape.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★ 3.4 (1.9K)
Includes Amazon, Goodreads, StoryGraph, LibraryThing
GenreGeneral Fiction, Mystery and Thriller
Length1 hr 15 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I.
6CHAPTER VI.
2CHAPTER II.
7CHAPTER VII.
3CHAPTER III.
8CHAPTER VIII.
4CHAPTER IV.
9CHAPTER IX.
5CHAPTER V.
10CHAPTER X.
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