Strangers at Lisconnel by Jane Barlow
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"Strangers at Lisconnel" by Jane Barlow is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book appears to explore life in a small Irish hamlet, focusing on the inhabitants' daily struggles and relationships, with particular attention to themes of companionship, loss, and the impact of both time and change. The character of Mrs. Kilfoyle and her connections with her neighbors are introduced, hinting at personal histories intertwined with the broader community's
narrative. The opening of the novel vividly sets the scene in Lisconnel, a hamlet characterized by its isolated location and the simplicity of rural life. It introduces the daily rhythms of its residents, such as Mrs. Kilfoyle and Mrs. M'Gurk, who engage in conversations reflecting on their families and the passage of time. As they await the infrequent visits from neighbors, the text conveys a sense of nostalgia and resignation, highlighting how long-standing relationships and memories shape their interactions. The dialogue brings to life the characters' personalities and hints at their deeper stories, creating an expectation of a rich exploration of their lives throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Barlow, Jane, 1856-1917 |
|---|---|
| Title | Strangers at Lisconnel |
| Credits |
Produced by Melissa Er-Raqabi, Ted Garvin and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Ireland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 18957 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-18957-4 |
| Release Date | Jul 31, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 584 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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