St. Patrick's Eve - Lever, Charles James; Browne, Hablot Knight
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Step back into 19th-century Ireland with Charles James Lever's "St. Patrick's Eve," a captivating work of historical fiction. This meticulously prepared edition offers a window into a pivotal era in Irish history. Lever, a master storyteller, weaves a tale rich in humor and literary merit, set against the backdrop of Ireland in the early 1800s. Experience the vibrant culture and complex social landscape of the time, brought to life through compelling prose. This is a classic exploration of Irish life, offering a glimpse into the past. Whether you are interested in historical fiction, Irish…mehr

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Step back into 19th-century Ireland with Charles James Lever's "St. Patrick's Eve," a captivating work of historical fiction. This meticulously prepared edition offers a window into a pivotal era in Irish history. Lever, a master storyteller, weaves a tale rich in humor and literary merit, set against the backdrop of Ireland in the early 1800s. Experience the vibrant culture and complex social landscape of the time, brought to life through compelling prose. This is a classic exploration of Irish life, offering a glimpse into the past. Whether you are interested in historical fiction, Irish history, or simply a good story, "St. Patrick's Eve" is a timeless read to be enjoyed and treasured. Celebrate the spirit of Ireland every day with this classic tale. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Charles James Lever (1806-1872) was a prolific Irish novelist, whose literary efforts were well-received in the 19th century, noted for infusing his narratives with humor and spirited wit. Lever was born in Dublin and displayed a proclivity for storytelling from a young age. Educated as a physician at Trinity College, Dublin, and the University of Göttingen, he ultimately pursued medicine more in his fictions than in practice. Lever's writing career took off with his first success, 'The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer' (1839), which was serialized and established his style of combining rollicking humor with vivid characterizations. His works often drew from his own experiences and were distinguished by a mix of adventure, romance, and satirical humor. 'St. Patrick's Eve' is one of Lever's works demonstrating his capacity to weave compelling characters and cultural insight into a cohesive narrative. Lever's novels usually portrayed the life of the Anglo-Irish gentry, featuring military themes and a nostalgic portrayal of a fading social structure. Although Charles Lever has waned in popularity since his heyday, his body of work remains significant for its contribution to the genre of the historical novel and for its reflection of 19th-century Irish social and political life. The stylistic and thematic qualities of his writing continue to offer valuable insight for scholars of Victorian literature and Irish cultural history.