Inside The Machine: Two Years In The Board Of Aldermen, 1898-1899 (1901) is a non-fiction book written by Philemon Tecumseh Sherman. The book provides a detailed account of Sherman's experience serving as a member of the Board of Aldermen in New York City from 1898 to 1899. Sherman offers an insider's perspective on the workings of the political machine that controlled the city government during this period. He describes the corruption, bribery, and backroom deals that were common in city politics at the time. The book also offers a glimpse into the social and economic conditions of New York City during the late 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of New York City politics or the development of urban America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.