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100 1 _aLever, Charles,
_d1806-1872
245 1 0 _aLord Kilgobbin
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2007-02-02
508 _aProduced by Distributed Proofreaders. Illustrated HTML version by David Widger
520 _a"Lord Kilgobbin" by Charles James Lever is a novel written in the late 19th century, specifically reflecting the societal dynamics of Ireland during that period. The story centers around the Kearney family, particularly focusing on Mathew Kearney, a recently impoverished nobleman navigating the complexities of his diminished status while managing his estate and relationships with his children, rich in character and contrasting aspirations. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Kilgobbin Castle, a once-majestic stronghold now in decline, mirroring the fortunes of its current owner, Mathew Kearney. The narrative sets the stage for familial tensions, particularly between Mathew, his son Richard, and his daughter Kate, as they grapple with their identities and aspirations amidst the backdrop of Irish socio-political changes. Mathew is portrayed as a man clinging to the remnants of his nobility, while Kate emerges as a proactive and insightful figure, managing household affairs and contemplating their family's future. Meanwhile, Richard's pride and aspirations are juxtaposed against the stark realities of their financial troubles, hinting at potential conflicts and developments that will unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aIreland -- Fiction
700 1 _aFildes, Luke, Sir,
_d1844-1927
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8941
999 _c50861
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