William Carleton

Phil Purcel, The Pig-Driver; The Geography Of An Irish Oath; The Lianhan Shee Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three

In the Irish countryside, a cunning pig-driver’s adventures take a humorous turn when he brings his boisterous swine to England, challenging cultural perceptions along the way.

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Ellen Duncan; And The Proctor's Daughter The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two

In rural Ireland, a woman fights to prove her husband's innocence in a murder case, while the Proctor's daughter grapples with her own role in the unfolding drama of justice and compassion.

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Stories and Tales of the Irish: A Linked Index to the Project Gutenberg Editions

Love, greed, prophecy, and humor collide in a collection of Irish stories revealing both the beauty and hardship of its people.

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Phelim Otoole's Courtship and Other Stories Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three

In a world of Irish charm, follow a spirited young man as he journeys into love and life.

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The Emigrants Of Ahadarra The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two

In the heart of rural Ireland, a farmer's encounter with a wandering beggar and his daughter ignites a tale of social division, youthful ambition, and the timeless conflict between personal desires and family loyalty.

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The Ned M'Keown Stories Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three

Enter a world of Irish charm and wit as a vibrant community gathers around hearths sharing hilarious stories and revealing truths about life in the countryside.

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The Black Prophet: A Tale Of Irish Famine Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three

In a land gripped by famine, a family's battle against each other mirrors the despair and haunting shadows of a nation's tragedy.

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The Dead Boxer The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two

Amidst Irish rivalries and dark omens, a strong-handed young man fights for love and honor against the shadows of family feuds and a vengeful witch.

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The Poor Scholar Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three

Fueled by poverty and a thirst for knowledge, a young Irish boy bravely leaves his family in pursuit of education, promising a future free from hardship for them all.

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The Tithe-Proctor The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two

In Ireland, a family finds itself caught in the crossfire of rising tensions between desperate farmers and the ruthless collectors demanding their dues.

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The Evil Eye; Or, The Black Spector The Works of William Carleton, Volume One

In a land of ancient beliefs, two families find themselves ensnared in a web of superstition, where a dark omen threatens to shatter their lives and unravel their destinies.

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Willy Reilly The Works of William Carleton, Volume One

In a storm of social and political chaos, an act of courage ignites a forbidden romance, testing the bonds of family and stirring up the deep-seated rivalries of Ireland.

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Fardorougha, The Miser The Works of William Carleton, Volume One

A stingy man's world is turned upside down by an unexpected blessing, forcing him to choose between his riches and his family's love.

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The Black Baronet; or, The Chronicles Of Ballytrain The Works of William Carleton, Volume One

In 19th-century Ireland, a daughter's forbidden love and a returning stranger's hidden past collide amidst ambition and societal expectations.

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Going to Maynooth Traits and Stories of the Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three

A young man, destined for priesthood, must reconcile who his father wants him to be with who he is becoming, as love starts to bloom.

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The Hedge School; The Midnight Mass; The Donagh Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three

In early 19th-century Ireland, a dedicated schoolmaster battles societal prejudices as he imparts wisdom in a humble hedge school, illuminating the struggles and aspirations of a community hungry for knowledge.

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Lha Dhu; Or, The Dark Day The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two

In rural Ireland, a young man's love triggers devastating consequences when family disapproval ignites a tragic chain of events.

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Valentine M'Clutchy, The Irish Agent The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two

In a land of hardship, a sneaky agent's actions spark social chaos, revealing the dark side of power and the resilience of the Irish spirit.

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Jane Sinclair; Or, The Fawn Of Springvale The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two

In a tale of innocence lost, a young woman's heart is awakened by love only to face a storm of human tragedy.

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The Station; The Party Fight And Funeral; The Lough Derg Pilgrim Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three

Amidst laughter and struggles, a small Irish town reveals its heart through its people, their faith, and the ever-watchful eyes of their priest.

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