History of Our Own Times From the Accession of Queen Victoria to the General Election of 1880, Volume II

History of Our Own Times From the Accession of Queen Victoria to the General Election of 1880, Volume II
Volume II of Justin McCarthy's 'History of Our Own Times' covers the period from 1848 to the General Election of 1880, detailing significant events such as the Chartist movement for manhood suffrage and the Great Exhibition of 1851. The narrative highlights the optimism of the era, juxtaposed with the harsh realities faced during the Crimean War, including the disastrous Charge of the Light Brigade. This historical account is notable for its comprehensive examination of Victorian Britain and its socio-political landscape.









