1900 Or, The Last President by Ingersoll Lockwood

Released on November 3, 1896, this political novella explores a fictional and tumultuous future in the United States, beginning with the unexpected election of an outsider candidate to the presidency. The story unfolds with scenes of public unrest, financial panic, and a fragmented political landscape. Set in the early 20th century, the narrative weaves themes of social upheaval, economic disparity, and political disarray, eerily resonating with modern concerns. Known for its speculative elements and connections to Lockwood's other works, it has gained renewed attention for its uncanny parallels to contemporary events.