The Wild Irish Girl: A National Tale by Lady Morgan

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Author Morgan, Lady (Sydney), 1783-1859
Title The Wild Irish Girl: A National Tale
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Summary "The Wild Irish Girl: A National Tale" by Lady Morgan is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story unfolds through letters and narrations, primarily following the experiences and thoughts of its central character, H. M., who is the son of an English lord. The narrative explores themes of identity, cultural prejudice, and the contrasts between English and Irish societies as the protagonist embarks on a journey to Ireland. At the start of the novel, the protagonist finds himself reflecting on his past indiscretions and the impact they have had on his relationship with his father. He is sent to Ireland as a form of penance, where his initial prejudices about the Irish people and their culture are challenged. Through his encounters with the Irish landscape and its inhabitants, H. M. begins to reconcile these biases with the reality he experiences, revealing the depth of character among the people he once viewed through a lens of stereotype. The opening sets a tone of personal exploration intertwined with broader cultural commentary, inviting readers into a world rich with both romantic and sociopolitical nuances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Love stories
Subject Ireland -- Fiction
Subject British -- Ireland -- Fiction
Subject Princesses -- Fiction
Subject Celts -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 54683
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 25, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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