Stories and Tales of the Irish: A Linked Index to the Project Gutenberg Editions

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Stories and Tales of the Irish: A Linked Index to the Project Gutenberg Editions

by William Carleton

EN·~16 minutes·19 chapters

Chapters

19 total
1

Edited by David Widger - Project Gutenberg Editions

0:41
2

Willy Reilly

2:12
3

Fardorougha, The Miser

0:22
4

Black Baronet

2:40
5

The Evil Eye

1:14
6

Jane Sinclair

0:14
7

The Dead Boxer

0:17
8

Ellen Duncan

0:13
9

Valentine M'Clutchy

1:52
10

The Tithe-Proctor

1:07

Description

Step into a lively tapestry of Irish folklore and adventure, where daring escapades and witty banter swirl through misty hills and bustling taverns. The opening tale follows a quick‑witted hero as he navigates daring escapes, secret plots, and unexpected alliances, all set against a backdrop of rugged countryside and colorful characters. Each chapter unfolds with a blend of humor and suspense, inviting listeners to savor the charm of historic Irish villages and the boldness of their inhabitants.

The collection continues with a series of interlinked stories that explore love, rivalry, and mystery in equal measure. From a mysterious baronet’s scheming to a mischievous minstrel’s clever ruses, the narratives capture the spirit of old Ireland with vivid dialogue and memorable scenes. Listeners will be drawn into a world where tradition meets intrigue, delivering an engaging auditory journey through timeless tales of bravery, wit, and the human heart.

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Language

en

Duration

~16 minutes (16K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Widger

Release date

2009-05-20

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

William Carleton

William Carleton

1794–1869

Known for vivid stories of Irish rural life, this 19th-century novelist and short-story writer drew on firsthand experience to portray ordinary people with unusual realism. His work remains one of the clearest literary windows into pre-Famine Ireland.

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