Publisher's Synopsis
The Return of the Democratic Party to Power in 1884 is a historical book written by Harrison Cook Thomas in 1919. The book is about the Democratic Party's return to power in the United States presidential election of 1884, which saw Grover Cleveland defeat the incumbent President, James G. Blaine. Thomas provides a detailed account of the political landscape leading up to the election and the factors that contributed to Cleveland's victory. He also discusses the major issues of the time, such as civil service reform, tariff policy, and the role of the federal government in regulating business. The book is written in a scholarly style and provides extensive footnotes and references to primary sources. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American political history, particularly the history of the Democratic Party. Overall, The Return of the Democratic Party to Power in 1884 is a well-researched and informative book that sheds light on a pivotal moment in American politics.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.
