The Black Baronet; or, The Chronicles Of Ballytrain by William Carleton
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"The Black Baronet; or, The Chronicles Of Ballytrain" by William Carleton is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds in a small Irish town and delves into themes of love, ambition, and revenge, primarily centered around the character of Sir Thomas Gourlay and his daughter, Lucy Gourlay. As the narrative progresses, it explores the complexities of familial relationships, societal expectations, and the harsh realities of life in a changing
Ireland. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to various characters and settings, notably a stranger traveling on a mail coach heading to Ballytrain. The atmosphere is rich with evocative descriptions of the spring scenery and the emotional turmoil as the stranger returns to his hometown after many years. He appears to be deeply affected by memories of his youth and connections to the place, while another subplot unfolds with Fenton, a local man whose mysterious past sparks intrigue. The opening chapters establish a blend of pastoral beauty and underlying tension, hinting at conflicts that will arise, particularly revolving around Lucy’s forced engagement to Lord Dunroe amidst her unexpressed affections for another. The stage is set for a complex exploration of ambition and desire against the backdrop of societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Carleton, William, 1794-1869 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Flanery, M. L. |
| Title |
The Black Baronet; or, The Chronicles Of Ballytrain The Works of William Carleton, Volume One |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Ireland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 16003 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-16003-0 |
| Release Date | Jun 7, 2005 |
| Last Update | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 519 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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