The Lever, Charles 1806-1872 creator Cooke, W. Cubitt (William Cubitt) 1866-1951 Wheeler, Edward J. 1848?-1933 text utu 2010 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Bramleighs of Bishop's Folly" by Charles James Lever is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set in Ireland, it centers around the eccentric life of a bishop and his opulent estate, now in disrepair, which has recently been purchased by a wealthy banker from London looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The book delves into themes of social ambition, local gossip, and the peculiar relationships among the characters drawn to the dilapidated grandeur of Bishop's Folly. The opening portion introduces the reader to the unique history of the bishop's estate, now a shadow of its former self, and piques curiosity about the incoming Bramleigh family, who are set to inhabit Castello, the name given to the estate. The local residents speculate about the reasons behind the Bramleighs' move to such an isolated area, raising questions of social status and personal motivations. Additionally, with Lady Augusta's letter providing insight into the family dynamics, the stage is set for conflicts and aspirations, hinting at the novel's exploration of ambition and class distinctions in society. The blend of humor, social critique, and character-driven storytelling invites readers to immerse themselves in Lever's keen observations of human behavior and relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2010-05-27 Produced by David Widger Original publication data not identified Ireland -- Fiction British -- Italy -- Fiction British -- Ireland -- Fiction PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32561 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32561 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133737.0 32561