The story follows a man named John Harkaway, who has been elected to represent his town in a distant capital city. Harkaway is a straightforward and honest individual, known for his integrity and fairness. However, upon his return to the capital, he discovers that his colleagues have become corrupt and self-serving. Despite feeling disillusioned and powerless, Harkaway decides to take action and fight against the corruption. Through his determination and unwavering commitment to justice, Harkaway manages to expose the corrupt politicians and restore his town's faith in their representative.
By Ambrose Bierce · First published 1899 · Genre: Satire, Historical Fiction, Political Fiction