The O'Donoghue: Tale of Ireland Fifty Years Ago
A Tale of bygone Ireland: Romance, Adventure, and Coming-of-Age in 19th-century Irish societyBy Charles James Lever
Length17h 12m
About this audiobook
In "The O'Donoghue: Tale of Ireland Fifty Years Ago," Charles James Lever paints a vibrant portrait of 19th-century Ireland, intricately weaving historical detail and social commentary into a compelling narrative. Lever's literary style is marked by a rich, descriptive vocabulary and a keen sense of humor, often employing irony to critique societal norms of his time. The book delves into the complexities of Irish identity, the clash of cultural heritage and modernity, and the enduring struggle between aristocracy and common folk, effectively encapsulating the zeitgeist of an era that shaped the nation's narrative. Lever, an Irish novelist born in 1806, was pivotal in shaping the Irish literary landscape. His experiences as an Irishman in a rapidly changing society and his exposure to both the upper classes and the common people informed his writing, enabling him to capture the nuances of his beloved homeland. His keen observations and personal insights into Irish life reflect his understanding of the cultural and historical forces that influenced his characters' lives, making his work both poignant and entertaining. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in the rich tapestry of Irish history and culture. Lever's engaging writing style and evocative storytelling invite readers into a world of complex characters and vibrant settings, making "The O'Donoghue" not just a tale of Ireland, but an exploration of universal themes of love, loyalty, and the search for identity.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length17 hrs 12 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 12, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. GLENFLESK.
26CHAPTER XXVI. A LAST EVENING AT HOME.
2CHAPTER II. THE WAYSIDE INN
27CHAPTER XXVII. A SUPPER PARTY
3CHAPTER III. THE “COTTAGE AND THE CASTLE.”
28CHAPTER XXVIII. THE CAPITAL AND ITS PLEASURES.
4CHAPTER IV. KERRY O'LEARY.
29CHAPTER XXIX. FIRST IMPRESSIONS.
5CHAPTER V. IMPRESSIONS OF IRELAND.
30CHAPTER XXX. OLD CHARACTERS WITH NEW FACES.
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6CHAPTER VI. THE BLACK VALLEY.
31CHAPTER XXXI. SOME HINTS ABOUT HARRY TALBOT.
7CHAPTER VII. SIR ARCHY'S TEMPER TRIED
32CHAPTER XXXII. A PRESAGE OF DANGER
8CHAPTER VIII. THE HOUSE OF SICKNESS
33CHAPTER XXXIII. THE ST. PATRICK'S BALL
9CHAPTER IX. A DOCTOR'S VISIT
34CHAPTER XXXIV. THE DAYBREAK ON THE STRAND
10CHAPTER X. AN EVENING AT “MARY” M'KELLY's
35CHAPTER XXXV. THE WANDERER'S RETURN
11CHAPTER XI. MISTAKES ON ALL SIDES.
36CHAPTER XXXVI. SUSPICIONS ON EVERY SIDE
12CHAPTER XII. THE GLEN AT MIDNIGHT.
37CHAPTER XXXVII. HEMSWORTH'S LETTER
13CHAPTER XIII. THE GUARDSMAN
38CHAPTER XXXVIII. TAMPERING AND PLOTTING
14CHAPTER XIV. THE COMMENTS ON A HURRIED DEPARTURE
39CHAPTER XXXIX. THE BROTHERS
15CHAPTER XV. SOME OF THE PLEASURES OF PROPERTY.
40CHAPTER XL. THE LULL BEFORE THE STORM.
16CHAPTER XVI. THE FOREIGN LETTER
41CHAPTER XLI. A DISCOVERY
17CHAPTER XVII. KATE O'DONOGHUE
42CHAPTER XLII. THE SHEALING
18CHAPTER XVIII. A HASTY PLEDGE
43CHAPTER XLIII. THE CONFEDERATES.
19CHAPTER XIX. A DIPLOMATIST DEFEATED
44CHAPTER XLIV. THE MOUNTAIN AT SUNRISE.
20CHAPTER XX. TEMPTATION IN A WEAK HOUR
45CHAPTER XLV. THE PROGRESS OF TREACHERY
21CHAPTER XXI. THE RETURN OF THE ENVOY.
46CHAPTER XLVI. THE PRIEST'S COTTAGE.
22CHAPTER XXII. A MORNING VISIT.
47CHAPTER XLVII. THE DAY OF RECKONING
23CHAPTER XXIII. SOME OPPOSITE TRAITS OF CHARACTER
48CHAPTER XLVIII. THE GLEN AND THE BAY
24CHAPTER XXIV. A WALK BY MOONLIGHT
49CHAPTER XLIX. THE END.
25CHAPTER XXV. A DAY OF DIFFICULT NEGOCIATIONS
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