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Title: The Hedge School; The Midnight Mass; The Donagh
Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of
William Carleton, Volume Three

Note: Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger

Summary: "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.)

Author: Carleton, William, 1794-1869

Illustrator: Flanery, M. L.

EBook No.: 16014

Published: Jun 7, 2005

Downloads: 112

Language: English

Subject: Ireland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: The Hedge School; The Midnight Mass; The Donagh
Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of
William Carleton, Volume Three

Note: Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger

Summary: "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.)

Author: Carleton, William, 1794-1869

Illustrator: Flanery, M. L.

EBook No.: 16014

Published: Jun 7, 2005

Downloads: 112

Language: English

Subject: Ireland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.