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Title: Phelim Otoole's Courtship and Other Stories
Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of
William Carleton, Volume Three

Note: Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Contents: Phelim O'toole's Courtship -- Wildgoose Lodge -- Tubber Derg; Or, The Red Well -- Neal Malone -- Art Maguire; Or, The Broken Pledge.

Credits: Produced by David Widger

Summary: "Phelim O'Toole's Courtship and Other Stories" by William Carleton is a collection of short stories written in the mid-19th century. The book mainly revolves around the character of Phelim O'Toole, an amusing and endearing figure navigating the complexities of life and courtship in rural Ireland. Through a blend of humor, social observation, and the rich cultural backdrop of his time, Carleton presents a vivid portrait of peasant life and the trials and tribulations faced by ordinary people. The opening of "Phelim O'Toole's Courtship" introduces readers to Phelim O'Toole, the only son of a couple longing for children. The narrative paints a poignant picture of his parents' struggles with childlessness and their ensuing domestic quarrels, underscoring themes of love, disappointment, and hope. After much strife, Phelim is eventually born, leading to a joyful transformation in his parents' lives. The story also hints at the rituals and superstitions of Irish folk culture, as the couple embarks on a pilgrimage to a holy well in hopes of blessing their family. This initial chapter sets up Phelim's character as a spirited youth, full of charm and mischief, poised to grow into the humorous figure that Carleton will explore further throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Carleton, William, 1794-1869

Illustrator: Flanery, M. L.

EBook No.: 16019

Published: Jun 7, 2005

Downloads: 109

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: Phelim Otoole's Courtship and Other Stories
Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of
William Carleton, Volume Three

Note: Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Contents: Phelim O'toole's Courtship -- Wildgoose Lodge -- Tubber Derg; Or, The Red Well -- Neal Malone -- Art Maguire; Or, The Broken Pledge.

Credits: Produced by David Widger

Summary: "Phelim O'Toole's Courtship and Other Stories" by William Carleton is a collection of short stories written in the mid-19th century. The book mainly revolves around the character of Phelim O'Toole, an amusing and endearing figure navigating the complexities of life and courtship in rural Ireland. Through a blend of humor, social observation, and the rich cultural backdrop of his time, Carleton presents a vivid portrait of peasant life and the trials and tribulations faced by ordinary people. The opening of "Phelim O'Toole's Courtship" introduces readers to Phelim O'Toole, the only son of a couple longing for children. The narrative paints a poignant picture of his parents' struggles with childlessness and their ensuing domestic quarrels, underscoring themes of love, disappointment, and hope. After much strife, Phelim is eventually born, leading to a joyful transformation in his parents' lives. The story also hints at the rituals and superstitions of Irish folk culture, as the couple embarks on a pilgrimage to a holy well in hopes of blessing their family. This initial chapter sets up Phelim's character as a spirited youth, full of charm and mischief, poised to grow into the humorous figure that Carleton will explore further throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Carleton, William, 1794-1869

Illustrator: Flanery, M. L.

EBook No.: 16019

Published: Jun 7, 2005

Downloads: 109

Language: English

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

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.