The History Of Tammany Hall

By Gustavus Myers

Book Overview

The History of Tammany Hall is a comprehensive account of the political organization Tammany Hall, which was a powerful Democratic Party machine in New York City during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Written by Gustavus Myers, this book provides a detailed overview of the origins, rise, and eventual decline of Tammany Hall, as well as its impact on local and national politics.Myers traces the history of Tammany Hall from its roots as a social club for Irish immigrants in the early 19th century, through its transformation into a political machine that controlled the city's government and patronage system. He explores the key figures and events that shaped the organization, including the infamous Boss Tweed, who was the most notorious leader of Tammany Hall.Throughout the book, Myers examines the inner workings of Tammany Hall, including its use of patronage, bribery, and corruption to maintain its power. He also explores the role that Tammany Hall played in national politics, including its influence on the Democratic Party and its support for presidential candidates such as Grover Cleveland.The History of Tammany Hall is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of New York City, the Democratic Party, or the evolution of political machines in the United States. Myers' detailed research and engaging writing style make this book an accessible and informative read for scholars, students, and general readers alike.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430488832
• ISBN13: 9781430488835
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 436 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"