Valentine M'Clutchy, The Irish Agent by William Carleton

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Author Carleton, William, 1794-1869
Illustrator Flanery, M. L.
Title Valentine M'Clutchy, The Irish Agent
The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two
Note Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Valentine M'Clutchy, The Irish Agent" by William Carleton is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of Irish life, focusing on the character of Valentine M'Clutchy, a controversial figure in the community, whose actions and motivations lead to significant social consequences. Through the narrative, the author aims to explore themes of morality, oppression, and the complexity of human behavior within the confines of rural Irish society. At the start of the narrative, the reader is introduced to the town of Castle Cumber, where a bustling fair takes place amidst harsh weather conditions. The challenges faced by its residents serve as a microcosm of broader societal issues, such as class struggle and the impact of corrupt authority figures, most notably M'Clutchy. In this opening portion, M'Clutchy is depicted as an underhanded agent benefitting from the misfortunes of the tenants while navigating his relationships with other characters, including the good-natured Brian M'Loughlin and the shifty Darby O'Drive, each revealing different aspects of Irish character and society. The stage is set for the unfolding drama that intertwines personal ambition with the ethical decay surrounding land ownership and its consequences for the people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Ireland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 16009
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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