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Some Experiences of an Irish R.M.

By E. Oe. (Edith Oenone) Somerville

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A newly appointed magistrate finds his life hilariously upended by eccentric locals, crumbling estates, and ghostly tales in the rustic Irish countryside.

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2011-01-15
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Summary

"Some Experiences of an Irish R.M." by E. Œ. Somerville, with Martin Ross is a novel that follows Major Sinclair Yeates, who's just become a resident magistrate in the Irish countryside during the late 1800s. Through his eyes, we see the funny and sometimes crazy situations he gets into as he tries to understand local customs, deals with strange characters, and learns the ropes of his new job, all while living in a beautifully described but challenging Irish setting. Right from the start, Major Yeates is struggling, as his new house at Shreelane is falling apart. He's also puzzled by his landlord, Mr. Knox, and amused by the local people. Juggling household problems and stories about ghosts from his Great-Uncle McCarthy, the story promises a series of funny misadventures as Yeates gets caught up in the unique and odd world of rural Ireland, suggesting a mix of humor and heartfelt moments as he carries out his duties.

About the Author

Edith Anna Œnone Somerville was an Irish novelist who habitually signed herself as "E. Œ. Somerville". She wrote in collaboration with her cousin "Martin Ross" under the pseudonym "Somerville and Ross". Together they published a series of fourteen stories and novels, the most popular of which were The Real Charlotte, published in 1894, and Some Experiences of an Irish R. M., published in 1899.

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