The Station; The Party Fight And Funeral; The Lough Derg Pilgrim Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three By: William Carleton (1794-1869)
"The Station; The Party Fight And Funeral; The Lough Derg Pilgrim Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry" is a compelling collection of stories that provide a vivid and authentic portrayal of Irish peasant life in the 19th century. William Carleton's writing is rich in detail and emotion, drawing readers into a world filled with hardship, humor, and humanity. Each story in this volume offers a unique and insightful glimpse into the lives of characters grappling with issues of poverty, faith, and social class. Carleton's ability to capture the nuances of Irish dialect and customs adds to the authenticity of the narratives, immersing readers in a bygone era. The themes explored in these stories are timeless and universal, resonating with readers regardless of their cultural background. Carleton's prose is both poignant and entertaining, showcasing his talent for storytelling and his deep understanding of human nature. Overall, "The Station; The Party Fight And Funeral; The Lough Derg Pilgrim Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry" is a captivating read that offers a compelling portrait of Irish life during a tumultuous period. William Carleton's work continues to endure as a valuable testament to the resilience and spirit of the Irish people. First Page: THE WORKS OF WILLIAM CARLETON VOLUME III. TRAITS AND STORIES OF THE IRISH PEASANTRY PART II. [Illustration: Frontispiece] [Illustration: Titlepage] CONTENTS: The Station. The Party Fight And Funeral. The Lough Derg Pilgrim. THE STATION. Our readers are to suppose the Reverend Philemy M'Guirk, parish priest of Tir neer, to be standing upon the altar of the chapel, facing the congregation, after having gone through the canon of the Mass; and having nothing more of the service to perform, than the usual prayers with which he closes the ceremony. "Take notice, that the Stations for the following week will be held as follows: " On Monday, in Jack Gallagher's of Corraghnamoddagh . Are you there, Jack?" "To the fore, yer Reverence." "Why, then, Jack, there's something ominous something auspicious to happen, or we wouldn't have you here; for it's very seldom that you make part or parcel of this present congregation; seldom are you here, Jack, it must be confessed: however, you know the old classical proverb, or if you don't, I do, which will just answer as well Non semper ridet Apollo it's not every day Manus kills a bullock; so, as you are here, be prepared for us on Monday." "Never fear, yer Reverence, never fear; I think you ought to know that the grazin' at Corraghnamoddagh's not bad... Continue reading book >>

The Station; The Party Fight And Funeral; The Lough Derg Pilgrim Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three By: William Carleton (1794-1869)

"The Station; The Party Fight And Funeral; The Lough Derg Pilgrim Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry" is a compelling collection of stories that provide a vivid and authentic portrayal of Irish peasant life in the 19th century. William Carleton's writing is rich in detail and emotion, drawing readers into a world filled with hardship, humor, and humanity.

Each story in this volume offers a unique and insightful glimpse into the lives of characters grappling with issues of poverty, faith, and social class. Carleton's ability to capture the nuances of Irish dialect and customs adds to the authenticity of the narratives, immersing readers in a bygone era.

The themes explored in these stories are timeless and universal, resonating with readers regardless of their cultural background. Carleton's prose is both poignant and entertaining, showcasing his talent for storytelling and his deep understanding of human nature.

Overall, "The Station; The Party Fight And Funeral; The Lough Derg Pilgrim Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry" is a captivating read that offers a compelling portrait of Irish life during a tumultuous period. William Carleton's work continues to endure as a valuable testament to the resilience and spirit of the Irish people.

First Page:

THE WORKS OF WILLIAM CARLETON

VOLUME III.

TRAITS AND STORIES OF THE IRISH PEASANTRY

PART II.

[Illustration: Frontispiece]

[Illustration: Titlepage]

CONTENTS:

The Station.

The Party Fight And Funeral.

The Lough Derg Pilgrim.

THE STATION.

Our readers are to suppose the Reverend Philemy M'Guirk, parish priest of Tir neer, to be standing upon the altar of the chapel, facing the congregation, after having gone through the canon of the Mass; and having nothing more of the service to perform, than the usual prayers with which he closes the ceremony.

"Take notice, that the Stations for the following week will be held as follows:

" On Monday, in Jack Gallagher's of Corraghnamoddagh . Are you there, Jack?"

"To the fore, yer Reverence."

"Why, then, Jack, there's something ominous something auspicious to happen, or we wouldn't have you here; for it's very seldom that you make part or parcel of this present congregation; seldom are you here, Jack, it must be confessed: however, you know the old classical proverb, or if you don't, I do, which will just answer as well Non semper ridet Apollo it's not every day Manus kills a bullock; so, as you are here, be prepared for us on Monday."

"Never fear, yer Reverence, never fear; I think you ought to know that the grazin' at Corraghnamoddagh's not bad... Continue reading book >>

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The Evil Eye; Or, The Black Spector The Works of William Carleton, Volume One	Jane Sinclair; Or, The Fawn Of Springvale The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two	Lha Dhu; Or, The Dark Day The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two
The Dead Boxer The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two	Ellen Duncan; And The Proctor's Daughter The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two	Valentine M'Clutchy, The Irish Agent The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two
The Tithe-Proctor The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two	The Emigrants Of Ahadarra The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two	The Ned M'Keown Stories Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three
The Station; The Party Fight And Funeral; The Lough Derg Pilgrim Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three	The Hedge School; The Midnight Mass; The Donagh Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three	Phil Purcel, The Pig-Driver; The Geography Of An Irish Oath; The Lianhan Shee Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three
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