The President: A Novel

The President: A Novel, written by Alfred Henry Lewis and first published in 1904, is a political fiction that delves into ambition and power dynamics in Washington, D.C. The story follows Richard Storms, a self-absorbed man navigating the complexities of politics and his romantic interest in Dorothy Harley. As he interacts with other characters like the ambitious Senator Patrick Henry Hanway and the imposing Count Storri, the narrative unfolds with themes of intrigue, rivalry, and the interplay of personal and political ambitions.