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100	1		_aCarleton, William, _d1794-1869
245	1	4	_aThe Tithe-Proctor : _bThe Works of William Carleton, Volume Two
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2005-06-07
508			_aProduced by David Widger
520			_a"The Tithe-Proctor" by William Carleton is a historical novel probably written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around tensions between the Irish peasantry and figures of authority, particularly focusing on the titular character, Matthew Purcel, a tithe proctor who extracts payments from tenants. The narrative delves into themes of social injustice, resistance, and family dynamics within the backdrop of the tumultuous political landscape in Ireland. At the start of the book, the author presents a preface that discusses the impact of the tithe system in Ireland and introduces the tragic story of the Boland family, who fell victim to the violent backlash against tithe collectors. Following this, the setting is established in Esker Dearg, where the chapel serves as a focal point for the local community. It describes Buck English, a local figure notorious for his cunning and controversial political views, and hints at the growing unrest among the peasants who oppose the payment of tithes. As tensions escalate, characters like the Purcel family face animosity and potential violence, indicating a brewing conflict that questions power dynamics and social order within the community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aIreland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
700	1		_aFlanery, M. L.
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16010
999			_c57398 _d57398