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100	1		_aCarleton, William, _d1794-1869
245	1	4	_aThe Hedge School; The Midnight Mass; The Donagh : _bTraits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three
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 Hedge School; The Midnight Mass; The Donagh" by William Carleton is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story sheds light on the educational pursuits of the rural Irish peasantry, particularly focusing on the unconventional education methods found in hedge schools, where teachers would often face social stigma despite their knowledge. At the heart of the narrative is Mat Kavanagh, a hedge schoolmaster whose character reflects the complexities of education and culture in Ireland during this period. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the concept of hedge schools and the intriguing character of Mat Kavanagh. Carleton defends the Irish peasantry's enthusiasm for education, contrasting it with the skepticism surrounding hedge schoolmasters. The opening portion reveals Kavanagh's unconventional teaching methods and his background, emphasizing his reputation among the community while showcasing the societal challenges he faces. It vividly captures the struggles and aspirations of the Irish people in their pursuit of knowledge amidst economic hardships and cultural misunderstandings. (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/16014
999			_c57402 _d57402