Overview
""Great Britain and Ireland: 1689-1887"" is a historical book written by Walter Scott Dalgleish in 1892. The book provides a detailed account of the political, social, and economic developments that took place in Great Britain and Ireland during the period of 1689 to 1887. It covers the reigns of monarchs such as William III, George III, and Victoria, and the major events that shaped the history of these countries during this time.The book begins with the Glorious Revolution of 1688, which saw the overthrow of James II and the establishment of a constitutional monarchy in England. It then explores the rise of the British Empire, the Industrial Revolution, and the growth of the middle class. It also examines the major political movements of the time, such as the Chartists, the Irish Home Rule movement, and the suffragettes.Throughout the book, Dalgleish provides a balanced and nuanced view of the events and people that shaped the history of Great Britain and Ireland. He draws on a wide range of sources, including primary documents, contemporary accounts, and secondary sources, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of this fascinating period in British and Irish history.Overall, ""Great Britain and Ireland: 1689-1887"" is an engaging and informative read that will appeal to anyone interested in the history of these two countries. It provides a valuable insight into the political, social, and economic developments that have made Great Britain and Ireland what they are today.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.
- | Author: Walter Scott Dalgleish
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: Jun 29, 2008
- | Number of Pages: 324 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1436862582
- | ISBN-13: 9781436862585
