| Contributor |
Lover, Samuel, 1797-1868 |
| Contributor |
Banim, John, 1798-1842 |
| Contributor |
Barlow, Jane, 1856-1917 |
| Contributor |
Carleton, William, 1794-1869 |
| Contributor |
Jessop, George Henry, -1915 |
| Title |
Stories by English Authors: Ireland
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 74.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
The gridiron / Samuel Lover -- The emergency men / George H. Jessop -- A lost recruit / Jane Barlow -- The rival dreamers / John Banim -- Neal Malone / William Carleton -- The banshee / Anonymous.
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| Credits |
Charles Aldarondo, Charles Franks, Nicole
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| Summary |
"Stories by English Authors: Ireland" is a collection of short stories written in the early 19th century. The anthology features diverse narratives from several authors, including Samuel Lover, George H. Jessop, and Jane Barlow, showcasing tales that explore themes pertinent to Irish life and culture. It likely captures various aspects of the Irish experience, blending humor, adventure, and social commentary. The opening of the collection begins with "The Gridiron" by Samuel Lover, which introduces us to a humorous scene featuring a cheeky servant named Pat, who entertains his employer and guests with tales of his past. The narrative unfolds at a festive gathering where the old gentleman encourages Pat to recount a particularly amusing adventure of his travels, leading to a comical discussion about his time in France. The story captivates readers with its lively dialogue, the vivid character of Pat, and an amusing critique of cultural misunderstandings, setting a light-hearted tone for the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Ireland -- Fiction
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| Subject |
English fiction -- 19th century
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| Subject |
Short stories, English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
6040 |
| Release Date |
Jul 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 19, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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