Routledge President McKinley, War and Empire - History Book

Explore the complex origins of the 1898 war with Spain in President McKinley, War and Empire: President McKinley and the Coming of War, 1898. This volume from the American Presidents Series provides an in-depth assessment of the historical narratives surrounding the conflict. Instead of relying solely on common progressive readings, this work examines the impact of the 1896 presidential election and the Hearst-Pulitzer press war. It looks closely at how these events shaped the public sentiment of the era. The book analyzes the theoretical frameworks of class-dominance and mass society to determine how much influence they actually had on the path to war. Readers will find a detailed study of the political landscape, including the challenge faced by Republicans led by William McKinley against William Jennings Bryan. This book is a valuable resource for those studying American political leadership, presidential history, and the transition of the United States into a global power during the late 19th century.