Philip Dru

"Philip Dru: Administrator: A Story of Tomorrow, 1920-1935" by Edward Mandell House is a futuristic political novel. House was an American diplomat, politician, and presidential foreign policy advisor. Set in 1920–1935, House's hero leads the democratic western United States in a civil war against the plutocratic East. After becoming the acclaimed leader of the country, he steps down having restored justice and democracy. House outlined many additional political beliefs such as insurance law, an 8-hour work day, and more.