The Demagogue

The Demagogue

David Ross Locke

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781437331622
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The Demagogue: A Political Novel is a book written by David Ross Locke and published in 1890. The novel is set in the United States during the late 19th century and follows the story of a charismatic and cunning politician named Simon Suggs, who rises to power through his ability to manipulate the emotions and prejudices of the people.The book explores themes of political corruption, demagoguery, and the dangers of populism. It portrays the ways in which politicians can use fear and hatred to gain power and how the public can be easily swayed by empty promises and emotional appeals.The Demagogue is a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked political ambition and the importance of maintaining a vigilant and informed citizenry. It is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on American politics and society during the late 19th century.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.

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