1896 A Story of the Campaign -The First Battle, The Great Commoner

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 (The Great Commoner) 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.

Beginning in 1896, he emerged as a dominant force in the Democratic Party, running three times as the party's nominee for President of the United States in the 1896, 1900, and 1908 elections.

He also served in the United States House of Representatives and as the United States Secretary of State under Woodrow Wilson. Because of his faith in the wisdom of the common people, he was often called "The Great Commoner"

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.