The Various creator text utu 2017 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 18, October 31, 1840" by Various is a historical publication from the early 19th century, characteristic of a period when journals sought to address and entertain the general public with a mix of literature, local history, and social commentary. The journal presents various articles, essays, and stories, focusing largely on Irish culture, landscapes, and folklore, reflecting the social dynamics of its time. The content of this specific issue includes a richly descriptive piece about Woodlands, a picturesque estate near Dublin, emphasizing its natural beauty and historical significance. Alongside this, it features a fictional narrative titled "Peggy the Pishogue," which revolves around themes of love, fate, and the supernatural in rural Irish life. The story recounts Mickey Brennan's heart-wrenching turmoil as he grapples with a prophecy from the reputed wise woman Peggy, leading him to confront his perceived fate of doom. The journal also offers brief articles on various topics, including a light-hearted examination of "bustles" in women's fashion and a detailed account of otters, showcasing the diverse interests and whimsical nature of readers in this era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2017-03-06 Produced by Brownfox and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by JSTOR www.jstor.org) Original publication data not identified Ireland -- Periodicals DA Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54290 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54290 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134242.0 54290