The History of the Loco-Foco or Equal Rights Party (Classic Reprint)

F. Byrdsall

ISBN 10: 1331303834 / ISBN 13: 9781331303831

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book delves into the tumultuous birth and impactful journey of the Loco-Foco party, a faction that emerged from the Democratic-Republican Party in New York City during the 1830s. The author, a firsthand participant and key figure within the movement, provides an intimate and insightful account of the party's formation, core principles, and significant influence on the broader political landscape. Set against the backdrop of the Jacksonian era and growing concerns over monopolies and economic inequality, the narrative traces the Loco-Focos' fight against established power structures and their unwavering commitment to equal rights and democratic ideals. The book vividly portrays the party's struggles against the Tammany Hall political machine, the challenges of navigating party discipline, and the unwavering dedication of individuals like William Leggett and Moses Jaques to the cause of reform. Exploring themes of political corruption, social justice, and the power of grassroots activism, the book offers a compelling look at a pivotal moment in American history. It sheds light on the Loco-Focos' enduring legacy, demonstrating how their fight for economic fairness and democratic principles continues to resonate in present-day political discourse. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781331303831_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The History of the Loco-Foco or Equal Rights Party (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331303834
• ISBN 13: 9781331303831
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Political Theory and History

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Synopsis

A vivid historical portrait of a fiery 1830s political movement.

This nonfiction book chronicles the rise and fall of the Loco-Foco or Equal Rights party in New York City, its conventions, campaigns, and the prominent figures who shaped its course. It presents the movement’s ideas, conflicts with monopolies, and the public debates that defined an era of banking battles and reform.

The narrative unfolds through detailed chapters that trace the party’s origins, its fierce opposition to paper money and monopolies, and the dramatic events that tested its principles. You’ll find portraits of key organizers, accounts of park meetings, riots, and the shifting loyalties within the Democratic-Republican landscape of the time. The text also reflects on how reform rhetoric collided with press coverage and public perception.
What you’ll experience

Ideal for readers interested in 19th-century American politics, reform movements, and the dynamics of how political parties evolve and fade. This edition suits anyone curious about the roots of anti-monopoly activism and the public life of the Loco-Foco era.