| Author |
Lever, Charles James, 1806-1872 |
| Illustrator |
Browne, Hablot Knight, 1815-1882 |
| Title |
Barrington. Volume 1 (of 2)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Barrington. Volume 1" by Charles James Lever is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set in Ireland, the story introduces Peter Barrington, who once held a prestigious position but now finds himself reduced to running a simple inn known as the "Fisherman's Home." The narrative delves into themes of social decline, familial loyalty, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of Barrington's turbulent life. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of the titular character's humble abode and his thoughts on his past glory, establishing a contrast between his former wealth and current status. We meet Barrington, a man with a passion for the law who is preoccupied with two unfinished lawsuits, alongside his sister, Miss Dinah Barrington, and Darby, their long-time servant. Their dynamic highlights the struggle between maintaining dignity in the face of adversity and adapting to their new circumstances. Thus, the beginning sets the tone for a story that promises a blend of humor and pathos as it explores the trials of a fallen gentleman trying to navigate his altered reality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Ireland -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Aristocracy (Social class) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
34882 |
| Release Date |
Jan 8, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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