Castle Rackrent by Maria Edgeworth

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Author Edgeworth, Maria, 1767-1849
Author of introduction, etc. Ritchie, Anne Thackeray, 1837-1919
Title Castle Rackrent
Credits An Anonymous Volunteer and David Widger
Summary "Castle Rackrent" by Maria Edgeworth is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story is narrated from the perspective of Thady Quirk, a loyal steward to the Rackrent family, offering insight into the lives and misadventures of a once-great Anglo-Irish family. Through Thady’s compelling and often humorous observations, the effects of economic decline and social change on the family and their tenants are explored. The opening of "Castle Rackrent" introduces Thady Quirk, who describes his long-standing allegiance to the Rackrent family, beginning with the exuberance of Sir Patrick, the estate's first lord after its formation. Thady recounts the family's colorful history through anecdotes of the Rackrents' extravagance, particularly highlighting Sir Patrick's generous nature and subsequent legacy. As the narrative unfolds, we see the transition of wealth and character among the family members, delving into the tangled relationships and mishaps that impact both the family and the tenants on the estate. The tone is imbued with a blend of nostalgia, humor, and a keen appreciation of the cultural dynamics of Irish gentry life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Domestic fiction
Subject Landlord and tenant -- Fiction
Subject Poor families -- Fiction
Subject Pastoral fiction
Subject Ireland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Ireland -- Fiction
Subject Landowners -- Fiction
Subject Rich people -- Fiction
Subject Rural conditions -- Fiction
Subject Administration of estates -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 1424
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 28, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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