Charles James Lever
Charles James Lever was an Irish novelist and raconteur, whose novels, according to Anthony Trollope, were just like his conversation.
The Bramleighs of Bishop's Folly
A wealthy family seeking a peaceful escape stirs up the hidden ambitions and social tensions of a quiet Irish town surrounding a fading estate.
By Charles James Lever
The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer — Volume 1
A charming army officer finds himself in one hilarious mess after another as he juggles military duties, romantic pursuits, and the high jinks of Irish society.
By Charles James Lever
St. Patrick's Eve
In a small Irish village, the stage is set for conflict, love, and duty as St. Patrick’s Eve brings both celebration and strife.
By Charles James Lever
The Dodd Family Abroad, Vol. I
Follow a family's laugh-out-loud journey through Europe filled with mishaps and comical encounters as they struggle to adapt to a world beyond their small-town life.
By Charles James Lever
Charles Lever, His Life in His Letters, Vol. II
Discover the personal and professional life of a 19th-century author as revealed through his intimate letters, set against the dynamic backdrop of Italy.
By Charles James Lever
Charles Lever, His Life in His Letters, Vol. I
Through personal letters and memories, discover the mischievous early life and literary beginnings of a famous novelist.
By Charles James Lever
Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume I.
Amidst a backdrop of military camaraderie and societal expectations, a young lieutenant seeks guidance from a distinguished older man, promising a journey of friendship, wisdom, and untold adventures.
By Charles James Lever
Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II
Amidst the chaos of war, a young officer grapples with battles both on the field and in his heart as his complicated bond with a mysterious woman intensifies.
By Charles James Lever
Quotes and Images From The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer
In nineteenth-century Ireland a young, witty British officer hilariously stumbles through military life, love, and societal mishaps, offering a satirical glimpse into a bygone era.
By Charles James Lever
The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. 2 (of 2)
Amidst a changing world, an Irish knight revisits a past love, stirring up memories and emotions that reveal how much time has truly changed them both.
By Charles James Lever
Luttrell Of Arran
Grief-stricken, a mysterious man retreats to a desolate island with his son, where their lives become entangled with the struggling inhabitants and shadowed by a hidden past.
By Charles James Lever
Jack Hinton: The Guardsman
Amidst social chaos and comedic misunderstandings, a young soldier journeys to a new land and discovers vibrant culture far different from what he originally imagined.
By Charles James Lever
The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer — Volume 5
In the heart of 19th century Paris, an affable Englishman becomes entangled in a web of honor, duels, and high-society antics, forcing him to find a second to aid him in a clash where his reputation is on the line.
By Charles James Lever
Paul Gosslett's Confessions in Love, Law, and The Civil Service
Entrusted with a dangerous mission in Italy, a disenchanted young man's quest to rescue a captive becomes a journey of self-discovery amidst love, law, and political intrigue.
By Charles James Lever
Maurice Tiernay, Soldier of Fortune
Orphaned by the guillotine, a young man navigates the treacherous landscape of revolutionary France, seeking fortune and identity amid chaos and betrayal.
By Charles James Lever
Nuts and Nutcrackers
Get ready for a laugh as this story exposes the ridiculous side of society, from its baffling legal system, to its obsession with status.
By Charles James Lever
Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume II.
Amid crashing waves and hopeful letters, a family grapples with financial uncertainty, unrequited longings, and the looming possibility of a visitor who could either save them or sink them deeper into despair.
By Charles James Lever
A Day's Ride: A Life's Romance
A young man abandons his expected life, venturing out on horseback to seek adventure and romance, despite his own uncertainties.
By Charles James Lever
Gerald Fitzgerald, the Chevalier: A Novel
** In the heart of Rome, a spirited youth navigates poverty and political intrigue, daring to rise above his station while entangled in royal plots.
By Charles James Lever
The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)
Amidst Parisian society, a conflicted Captain navigates friendship and financial woes as a gambling companion threatens reputation and fortune.
By Charles James Lever