Description

Traits and Stories of the Irish Peasantry is a collection of short stories and sketches written by William Carleton, an Irish author, in the early 19th century. The book portrays the lives and traditions of the Irish peasantry during the time of the Great Famine. It consists of a series of tales, some of which are humorous, while others are tragic and melancholic. The stories explore the themes of poverty, religion, superstition, and the struggle for survival in a harsh and unforgiving environment. The book provides a fascinating insight into the daily lives of the Irish people during a time of great upheaval and change. It is a poignant and powerful portrayal of a community that has been largely forgotten by history.1830. Carleton wrote many stories of the Irish Peasant life, both melancholy and humorous. Contents: Ned M��Keown; The Three Tasks or The Little House under the Hill; Shane Fadh��s Wedding; Larry McFarland��s Wake; The Battle of the Factions; and The Party Fight and Funeral.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.