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Trollope, Anthony
1815
1882
The O'Conors of Castle Conor, County Mayo
From "Tales from All Countries"
Transcribed from the 1864 Chapman & Hall “Tales of All Countries” edition by David Price
"The O'Conors of Castle Conor, County Mayo" by Anthony Trollope is a comedic novel set in the late 19th century, during the Victorian era. This narrative follows Archibald Green, a young Englishman, as he navigates social encounters and romantic prospects while staying with the O'Conor family in the Irish countryside. The book explores themes of hospitality, class dynamics, and the intricacies of social interactions within a close-knit community. In the story, Archibald Green arrives in County Mayo for work but quickly becomes entangled in the lively family life of the O'Conors. His initial awkwardness soon transforms into friendship with Tom O’Conor and his sons. A key comedic episode arises when Archibald finds himself without appropriate footwear for dinner due to a mix-up with his luggage, forcing him to borrow ill-fitting shoes from the O'Conors' servant, Larry. This leads to a series of humorous misunderstandings as Archibald tries to impress the O'Conor daughters, particularly Fanny. Ultimately, the narrative combines light-hearted romance with the charm of Irish country life, showcasing the warmth and joviality of the O'Conor family while highlighting Archibald's growing affection for Fanny amid various comedic predicaments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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