""Chester A. Arthur: A Quarter Century of Machine Politics"" is a biography written by George Frederick Howe that explores the life and political career of Chester A. Arthur, the 21st President of the United States. The book provides a detailed account of Arthur's rise to power within the Republican Party and his involvement in New York City's political machine, known as the ""Stalwarts."" The author delves into Arthur's personal life, including his struggles with health issues and the loss of his wife, and how these ...
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""Chester A. Arthur: A Quarter Century of Machine Politics"" is a biography written by George Frederick Howe that explores the life and political career of Chester A. Arthur, the 21st President of the United States. The book provides a detailed account of Arthur's rise to power within the Republican Party and his involvement in New York City's political machine, known as the ""Stalwarts."" The author delves into Arthur's personal life, including his struggles with health issues and the loss of his wife, and how these experiences shaped his political beliefs. The book also examines Arthur's presidency, including his efforts to reform the civil service and his role in the controversial Chinese Exclusion Act. Overall, ""Chester A. Arthur: A Quarter Century of Machine Politics"" offers a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of America's lesser-known presidents.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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