The First Battle : A Story of the Campaign of 1896

A Story of the Campaign of 1896 - The First Battle - presents an account of the leading events and issues of the most critical campaign in American History before the advent of the Twentieth Century. The work contains an interesting description of Wm. J. Bryan's famous tour, including his most important speeches, together with the principal addresses and documents identified with the campaign of 1896; the whole embodying a faithful presentation of the rise and development of the silver movement. Also included is a review of the political situation and an analysis of the election returns. Finally, the author has included a biographical sketch written by his wife, a noble and perceptive political and emotional partner.