Mountcashel's Brigade, Or The Rescue Of Cremona: A Historical Romance (1882)

Mountcashel's Brigade, Or The Rescue Of Cremona: A Historical Romance is a novel written by Charles Grahame Halpine and published in 1882. The book is set in Italy during the 17th century and follows the adventures of Mountcashel's Brigade, a group of Irish soldiers who have been hired by the French to fight in the War of the Mantuan Succession.The story revolves around the rescue of Cremona, a city that has been besieged by the Austrians. The Irish soldiers, under the leadership of Colonel Mountcashel, are sent to Cremona to aid the French in their efforts to lift the siege. Along the way, they encounter a number of challenges, including treacherous terrain, hostile locals, and enemy soldiers.The novel is a mix of historical fiction and romance, with a number of romantic subplots woven into the larger story. The characters are well-developed and the action is fast-paced, making for an engaging and entertaining read. The book also provides a fascinating glimpse into the politics and military tactics of the time period, as well as the cultural differences between the various factions involved in the war.Overall, Mountcashel's Brigade, Or The Rescue Of Cremona: A Historical Romance is a compelling and well-written novel that will appeal to fans of historical fiction, romance, and adventure.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.