The Forty-Five: Being The Narrative Of The Insurrection Of 1745 (1851)

By Philip Henry Stanhope

Book Overview

The Forty-Five: Being The Narrative Of The Insurrection Of 1745 (1851) is a historical book written by Mahon, Lord. The book provides a detailed account of the Jacobite rising of 1745, also known as the Forty-Five Rebellion. The rebellion was led by Charles Edward Stuart, also known as Bonnie Prince Charlie, who sought to restore the Stuart dynasty to the throne of Great Britain.Mahon, Lord provides a comprehensive narrative of the events leading up to the rebellion, the battles that were fought, and the aftermath of the rebellion. The book also explores the political and social context of the rebellion, including the tensions between the Scottish and English governments, the role of the Highland clans, and the influence of foreign powers.The author draws on a range of primary sources, including contemporary letters, diaries, and official documents, to provide a vivid and engaging account of the rebellion. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both academic and general readers interested in this fascinating period of British history.Overall, The Forty-Five: Being The Narrative Of The Insurrection Of 1745 (1851) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Jacobite rebellion and its impact on British history.Extracted From Lord Mahon�������s History Of England. To Which Are Added, Letters Of Prince Charles Stuart.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165090309
• ISBN13: 9781165090303
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"