A Short History Of Our Own Times: From The Accession Of Queen Victoria To The General Election Of 1880 (1883) - Paperback

""A Short History Of Our Own Times"" is a historical book written by Justin McCarthy that covers the period from the accession of Queen Victoria to the general election of 1880. The book is divided into chapters that discuss important events and people during this time, including the Crimean War, the Indian Mutiny, the American Civil War, and the rise of Gladstone and Disraeli in British politics. McCarthy's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a clear understanding of the political, social, and cultural landscape of the time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in British history or the 19th century in general. It was first published in 1883 and remains a popular read to this day.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.