Humours of Irish Life by Charles L. Graves
"Humours of Irish Life" by Charles L. Graves is a compilation of humorous narratives and folklore written in the late 19th century. This collection features various stories reflecting the lighter aspects of Irish life, interspersed with tales of notable Irish writers and humorists. The content draws from both legend and the written works of prominent figures, showcasing a blend of fantasy and the everyday experiences of Irish society. At the start ofthe collection, the introduction highlights the contributions of pivotal humorists such as William Maginn, while also providing anecdotes from the opening piece, "Daniel O'Rourke," which recounts the misadventures of a somewhat bumbling fellow who, after getting drunk, encounters a talking eagle and ends up on the moon. This whimsical tale sets the tone for the book, illustrating a blend of Irish wit, folklore, and community insights. The characters in these stories often navigate a world rich with both magical and realistic elements, capturing the essence of Irish humor and the resilience of its people against the backdrop of societal challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Editor | Graves, Charles L. (Charles Larcom), 1856-1944 |
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| Title | Humours of Irish Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | Daniel O'Rourke / Dr. Maginn -- Adventures of Gilla na Chreck an Gour / P. Kennedy -- The little weaver of Duleek gate / S. Lover -- Fionn MacCumhail and the princess / P.J. McCall -- The Kildare pooka / P. Kennedy -- The piper and the puca / D. Hyde -- McCarthy of Connacht / B. Hunt -- The mad pudding of Ballyboulteen / W. Carleton -- Frank Webber's wager / C. Lever -- Sam Wham and the sawmont / Sir S. Ferguson -- Darby Doyle's voyage to Quebec / T. Ettingsall -- Bob Burke's duel / Dr. Maginn -- Billy Maloney's taste of love and glory / J.S. Le Fanu -- A pleasant journey / C. Lever -- The battle of Aughrim / W. Carleton -- The quare gander / J.S. Le Fanu -- The thrush and the blackbird / C.J. Kickham -- Their last race / F. Mathew -- The first Lord Liftinant / W.P. French -- The boat's share / E.Oe. Somerville and M. Ross -- "King William" / C.O. Eccles -- Quin's rick / J. Barlow -- Maelshaughlinn at the fair / P. Colum -- The Rev. J. J. Meldon and the chief secretary / G.A. Birmingham -- Old Tummus and the battle of Scarva / E. Alexander -- The game leg / K.F Purdon -- Trinket's colt / E.Oe. Somerville and M. Ross -- The wee tea table / S. Bullock -- The interpreters / G.A. Birmingham -- A test of truth / J. Barlow -- The wise woman / J. Stevenson -- The meet of the beagles / H. de V. Stacpoole -- The Ballygullion creamery society, limited / L. Doyle. |
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| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Irish wit and humor |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35891 |
| Release Date | Apr 17, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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