McCarthy, Justin

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McCarthy, Justin 1830-1912, a British author, born at Cork, Ireland. In 1853 he was on the staff of the Northern Daily Times, Liverpool, and 11 years later was editor-in-chief of the London Morning Star. He visited the United States from 1864 to 1867, contributing to magazines and doing some work in connection with the New York Independent. Returning to England, he accepted a position on the staff of the Daily News. He became a member of the House of Commons in 1879, but continued his literary work. He wrote several novels, among which are Paul Massle, The Waterdale Neighbours, Roland Oliver and Maid of Athens. His historical and biographical works are History of Our Own Times, A History of the Four Georges, Epoch of Reform, Life of Sir Robert Peel, Life of Pope Leo XIII, Modern Leaders, Reminiscences and The Story of Mr. Gladstone's Life.