02070cam a22003133u 4500 32060 UtSlPG 20260610133730.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Lever, Charles, 1806-1872 Confessions Of Con Cregan, the Irish Gil Blas Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-04-19 David Widger "Confessions of Con Cregan, the Irish Gil Blas" by Charles James Lever is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story introduces a charming protagonist, Con Cregan, whose life begins in a humble cabin in Ireland, depicting his adventures as he navigates through the complexities of society, law, and fortune. This book promises a blend of humor, intrigue, and social commentary as Con seeks to establish his place in the world. At the start of the novel, the narrative is framed through the humorous and somewhat chaotic life of the protagonist's father, who is drawn into a comically deceitful scenario regarding a neighbor's inheritance. Con, overhearing his father's antics, gets a glimpse of the family dynamics and societal quirks that will shape his journey. The tale quickly shifts to Con's perspective and his desire to seek his fortune, ultimately leading him to Dublin. As Con embarks on this path, he encounters various characters and settings that highlight the contrasts between the upper and lower rungs of society, setting the tone for a story rich in adventure and character exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Ireland -- Fiction Browne, Hablot Knight, 1815-1882 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32060 72906 72906