The Baron Trump Collection - Lockwood, Ingersoll
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"A mischievous boy's global escapades collide with an uncanny political forecast in this intriguing set of late 19th-century stories." Originally published in the late 19th century, these works by Ingersoll Lockwood offer a curious blend of adventure and social commentary. The Baron Trump novels follow a boy of unusual wit, accompanied by his loyal dog, Bulger, as they navigate peculiar lands and meet intriguing characters. Their tone is both imaginative and lightly satirical, making them stand out among similar works of the era. Included in this collection is "1900: or; The Last President," a…mehr

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"A mischievous boy's global escapades collide with an uncanny political forecast in this intriguing set of late 19th-century stories." Originally published in the late 19th century, these works by Ingersoll Lockwood offer a curious blend of adventure and social commentary. The Baron Trump novels follow a boy of unusual wit, accompanied by his loyal dog, Bulger, as they navigate peculiar lands and meet intriguing characters. Their tone is both imaginative and lightly satirical, making them stand out among similar works of the era. Included in this collection is "1900: or; The Last President," a thought-provoking piece that envisions a political landscape filled with unexpected upheavals. Each story showcases Lockwood's keen eye for society's quirks, balancing humor and speculation to create tales that continue to fascinate readers today. Together, these texts provide a glimpse into a world that feels simultaneously distant and surprisingly relevant.
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Ingersoll Lockwood was born at Ossining, New York, in August 1841 to a well-known legal family. His father, Munson Lockwood, was a brigadier general in the New York State Militia, a lawyer, and also went on to hold the position of Warden at the famous Sing Sing prison. Both of Ingersoll¿s uncles, Ralph and Albert Lockwood, were also attorneys. Ingersoll was trained in the law, but before establishing a practice, he was appointed Consul to the Kingdom of Hanover by the Lincoln Administration ¿ becoming the youngest member of a U.S. delegation. After his federal service, Ingersoll came back to New York City where he established a successful firm with his brother Henry. In addition to his legal work, Ingersoll began a writing career, which included political essays, fiction and poetry. His most successful works were his children¿s novels surrounding the character of Baron Trump. He retired to Saratoga Springs New York where he continued to write, publishing his last book of poetry five years before his death in 1918.