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by E. Oe. (Edith Oenone) Somerville, Martin Ross
Further Experiences of an Irish R.M. - By - E. Œ. Somerville and Martin Ross - Authors of "Some Experiences of an Irish R.M.," "Some Irish Yesterdays," "All on the Irish Shore," "The Real Charlotte," etc. etc. etc. - With 35 Illustrations by E. Œ. Somerville - Longmans, Green, and Co. 39 Paternoster Row, London New York, Bombay, and Calcutta 1908 - All rights reserved
HALF-TONE
IN THE TEXT
FURTHER EXPERIENCES OF AN IRISH R.M.
I THE PUG-NOSED FOX
II A ROYAL COMMAND
III POISSON D'AVRIL
IV "THE MAN THAT CAME TO BUY APPLES"
V A CONSPIRACY OF SILENCE
VI THE BOAT'S SHARE
A freshly appointed deputy magistrate finds himself thrust into the bustling world of an Irish country hunt, a role he accepted more out of patriotic enthusiasm than practical sense. The narrative follows his bemused attempts to juggle hunting caps, red coats and the relentless chatter of local gentry, all while trying to keep his sense of duty intact. Along the way he encounters a cast of colourful characters—scheming landowners, outspoken cooks and a loyal friend named Flurry—each offering a vivid glimpse of rural life with a wry, affectionate humor.
The story captures the everyday absurdities of small‑town governance: endless paperwork, spirited debates over a single fox, and the ever‑present pressure to appease both superiors and neighbours. As the magistrate navigates his new responsibilities, he learns that sincerity, quick wit, and a willingness to laugh at himself are often the best tools for surviving—and even enjoying—the quirks of Irish community life.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (372K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2011-11-22
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1858–1949
Best known for the witty, sharply observed books she wrote with her cousin Violet Martin under the name Somerville and Ross, this Irish writer also trained as an artist and kept a close eye on country life in Cork. Her work blends comedy, social detail, and a vivid sense of place.
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1862–1915
Known to readers as Martin Ross, this Irish writer is best remembered for her long creative partnership with Edith Somerville and for sharp, lively stories about Irish life. Their work mixed comedy, social observation, and memorable characters, and it still finds new readers today.
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