The Decline of Aristocracy in the Politics of New York

Attempts to penetrate beneath the laws and party platforms to provide explanations of the decline of the aristocracy in New York during the first half of the 18th century. Begins in 1801 and looks at issues affecting the city of New York and its countryside. Foreword Table of Contents Illustrations I. The Few, the Rich, and the Well Born II. Politics and Prejudice throughout the Countryside III. Rulers Deposed IV. New Methods and a Victory V. Landholders’ Principles VI. Mr. Madison’s War VII. Clinton, Divider of Parties VIII. Property or People? IX. Old Comrades and New Banners X. Manufacturing Becomes Respectable XI. Political Distraction XII. Tom, Dick and Harry Take a Hand XIII. Two Views of Vested Rights XIV. Who Were the Whigs? Appendix( to Chapter IV) Index