From The Accession of queen victoria to the general election of 1880
A History of Our Own Times From The Accession of queen victoria to the general election of 1880
Chatto & Windus, 1881.
Four volumes. 8vo. Bound in near contemporary red calf with gilt decoration. Marbled endpapers. All edges marbled. A very good set, generally bright and clean. The second volume has some discolouration to the upper board, but the set is otherwise attractive. Contemporary presentation inscription to first blank.
A contemporary history of Victorian Britain spanning from the death of William IV in 1837 to the general election of 1880, written by Justin McCarthy, a prominent author, historian, and member of the Irish parliament. The first edition was published from 1879-80, sold very well and was reprinted numerous times.
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