Waysiders, Stories of Connacht by Seumas O'Kelly
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"Waysiders, Stories of Connacht" by Seumas O'Kelly is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The narratives revolve around various characters and the richly depicted rural landscape of Connacht, Ireland, showcasing the cultural and social tapestry of the region through its people, their struggles, and their interactions. At the start of the collection, the first story introduces us to Festus Clasby, a shopkeeper of considerable presence and influence
in a rural setting. His shop serves as a hub for local farmers and laborers, reflecting a blend of commerce and community life. The plot unfolds when he encounters Mac-an-Ward, a tinker trying to sell him a peculiar tin can referred to as the "Can with the Diamond Notch." The lively negotiation reveals the personality traits of both men—Clasby's shrewd merchant demeanor contrasted with Mac-an-Ward's poetic charm. As the interaction develops, it sets the stage for themes of commerce, community, and the whimsical lineage of local folklore, hinting at deeper societal commentaries woven throughout the stories that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | O'Kelly, Seumas, 1875?-1918 |
|---|---|
| Title | Waysiders, Stories of Connacht |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Ted Garvin, Michael Punch, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Connacht (Ireland) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 13472 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-13472-7 |
| Release Date | Sep 15, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 605 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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