Stratagems and Spoils

""Stratagems and Spoils: Stories of Love and Politics"" is a collection of short stories written by William Allen White. The stories revolve around the themes of love and politics, with each tale exploring the intricate relationships between the two. The book is divided into two parts: the first part contains stories that focus on political intrigue and power struggles, while the second part delves into the complexities of love and relationships. The stories are set in various locations and time periods, from the American Midwest to the halls of Washington D.C. and even to ancient Rome. They feature a diverse cast of characters, including politicians, journalists, and ordinary citizens caught up in the machinations of those in power. Throughout the book, White explores the ways in which love and politics intersect, showing how the two can both complement and conflict with each other. He also delves into the human emotions that drive both love and politics, such as ambition, jealousy, and desire. Overall, ""Stratagems and Spoils"" is a thought-provoking collection of stories that offers a unique perspective on the complex relationships between love and politics. It is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the intricacies of human nature and the dynamics of power.1909. Illustrated. White, a journalist, worked for various Kansas newspapers before purchasing the Emporia Gazette, which he edited for the next 49 years. In his fiction, White frequently used the idealized, middle-western small town as a rhetorical device through which to preach reform. White writes that the stories in this volume are set in the field of American politics, where every human emotion finds as free play as it could have found in the courts of the mediaeval kings. These stories of American politics are those of men and women of mature years and of that ponderous folly which we call mature judgment. Contents: The Man on Horseback; A Victory for the People; A Triumph's Evidence; The Mercy of Death; and A Most Lamentable Comedy. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.