02276cam a22003253u 4500 33556 UtSlPG 20260610133750.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Lever, Charles, 1806-1872 The Fortunes of Glencore 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 2010-08-27 Produced by David Widger "The Fortunes of Glencore" by Charles James Lever is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in a desolate Irish landscape, where the titular Castle of Glencore stands as a decaying emblem of a once-mighty lineage. The story centers on Lord Glencore, a character described as melancholic and mysterious, with hints of controversy surrounding his family's past and connections. Lever's work explores themes of social status, personal struggles, and the intricacies of human character. At the start of the tale, the preface sets the stage for Lever's intentions, highlighting his desire to delve into the complexities of character through observational writing. The opening chapters introduce Glencore Castle and its solitary setting, as well as Lord Glencore's frailty and the strange life he leads away from society. Followers in the village speculate about his past and the nature of his character, while the speculations are contrasted sharply with the arrival of Billy Traynor—a multifaceted character who serves as a pedlar, poet, and unorthodox physician. As the narrative unfolds, tensions rise surrounding Glencore's health and the dynamics between the characters, indicating a deeper exploration of family secrets and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction Cooke, W. Cubitt (William Cubitt), 1866-1951 Wheeler, Edward J., 1848?-1933 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33556 74402 74402