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Carter Henry Harrison I: Political Leader

Carter Henry Harrison I: Political Leader

Hardcover

Political BiographiesRegional: MidwestUnited States Politics

ISBN10: 1025534360
ISBN13: 9781025534367
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 328
Weight: 1.40
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Carter Henry Harrison I, Political Leader is a detailed biographical study that examines the life and career of one of Chicago's most influential mayors. Serving five terms during the late 19th century, Harrison became a central figure in the transformation of Chicago from a frontier town into a major industrial metropolis. This work, written by Claudius Osborne Johnson, provides a scholarly analysis of Harrison's political acumen, his populist appeal, and his ability to navigate the complex social and economic landscape of the Gilded Age.

The narrative delves into the strategies Harrison employed to build broad coalitions among the city's diverse ethnic and labor groups, as well as his interactions with the political elite. As a volume in the Social Science Studies series, the book offers more than a simple chronological account; it provides an in-depth look at the development of municipal government and the machinery of urban politics. Scholars and students of American history and political science will find this work to be a vital resource for understanding the evolution of local governance and the enduring impact of a leader who left an indelible mark on the history of the American Midwest.

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