Stratagems and Spoils

Stratagems and Spoils: Stories of Love and Politics is a collection of short stories written by William Allen White. The book explores the intersection of love and politics, showcasing the various strategies and tactics people use to achieve their goals in both arenas. The stories are set in a variety of locations, from small towns to big cities, and feature a diverse cast of characters, including politicians, journalists, and everyday citizens. Each story offers a unique perspective on the ways in which love and politics can intertwine, often with unexpected consequences.Throughout the book, White’s writing is characterized by his sharp wit and insightful observations about human nature. He explores themes such as power, ambition, and morality, and offers a nuanced portrayal of the complexities of human relationships.Overall, Stratagems and Spoils: Stories of Love and Politics is a thought-provoking and engaging collection of stories that will appeal to readers interested in politics, romance, and the human condition.1909. Illustrated. White, a journalist, worked for various Kansas newspapers before purchasing the Emporia Gazette, which he edited for the next 49 years. In his fiction, White frequently used the idealized, middle-western small town as a rhetorical device through which to preach reform. White writes that the stories in this volume are set in the field of American politics, where every human emotion finds as free play as it could have found in the courts of the mediaeval kings. These stories of American politics are those of men and women of mature years and of that ponderous folly which we call mature judgment. Contents: The Man on Horseback; A Victory for the People; A Triumph’s Evidence; The Mercy of Death; and A Most Lamentable Comedy. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.