The Weans at Rowallan by Kathleen Fitzpatrick
"The Weans at Rowallan" by Kathleen Fitzpatrick is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in a rural Irish setting, focusing on the lives and adventures of a group of children, the Darragh siblings, as they navigate the challenges and joys of childhood against the backdrop of their troubled family situation. Central characters include Mick, Jane, Fly, Patsy, and their younger sister Honeybird, who often find themselves entangledin local gossip and adventures. The opening of the story introduces readers to the lively household at Rowallan, particularly highlighting the neighborhood's quirks and the village's atmosphere through the children’s interactions with an old woman, Teressa, who brings news of Mrs. M'Rea's drunken antics. As the children react to Teressa's tales, they devise a plan to deliver a ghostly message to Mrs. M'Rea, showcasing their blend of innocence and mischief. This first glimpse into their world sets a tone of whimsical adventure, interspersed with elements of local folklore and the children’s imaginative interpretations of events, laying the groundwork for their further explorations and encounters in the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Fitzpatrick, Kathleen |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Smith, A. Guy |
| Title | The Weans at Rowallan |
| Note | Reading ease score: 90.7 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Family -- Fiction |
| Subject | Siblings -- Fiction |
| Subject | Ireland -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 31362 |
| Release Date | Feb 22, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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