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100 1 _aCarleton, William,
_d1794-1869
245 1 0 _aStories and Tales of the Irish: A Linked Index to the Project Gutenberg Editions
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2009-05-20
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"Stories and Tales of the Irish" by William Carleton is a collection of short stories and narratives that capture the rich folklore and cultural landscape of Ireland, likely written during the mid to late 19th century. This anthology brings together a variety of tales that reflect the struggles, traditions, and characters of Irish society, often infused with elements of humor, melancholy, and the supernatural. The book includes works such as "Willy Reilly," which follows the adventures of a young hero caught in love and conflict; "Fardorougha, The Miser," centered around themes of greed and its consequences; and "The Black Prophet," which delves into prophecies and family tragedies amidst a backdrop of social turmoil. Throughout the collection, readers encounter a range of characters, from heartwarming figures to comically flawed individuals, all set against vividly drawn rural Irish settings. The themes often highlight the complexities of human relationships and societal issues, making these stories both poignant and entertaining for anyone interested in Irish culture and storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aIreland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
653 _aIndexes
700 1 _aWidger, David,
_d1932-2021?
700 1 _aFlanery, M. L.
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28896
999 _c69764
_d69764