Grania, The Story of an Island; vol. 1/2 by Emily Lawless
"Grania, The Story of an Island; vol. 1/2" by Emily Lawless is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in the Aran Islands, off the west coast of Ireland, and introduces readers to young Grania O'Malley, a spirited girl who navigates life on the rugged island amid a backdrop of familial relationships, social struggles, and the harsh beauty of the landscape. The narrative paints a vivid picture
of island life, showcasing the characters and their interactions with each other and their environment. At the start of the novel, we meet Grania on a September afternoon, fishing with her father Con O'Malley. The opening chapters describe the serene yet turbulent setting of Galway Bay, emphasizing the island's isolation and harsh climate. Grania's lively personality stands out as she engages with her surroundings, while her father exhibits a more laid-back demeanor. As tensions rise around them, particularly with a close neighbor named Shan Daly, the complexities of island life and class distinctions begin to emerge. Grania’s relationships with others, especially her admiration for Murdough Blake, set the stage for the unfolding story of growth, conflict, and the intricate fabric of life on Inishmaan. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lawless, Emily, 1845-1913 |
|---|---|
| Title | Grania, The Story of an Island; vol. 1/2 |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Ireland -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 58441 |
| Release Date | Dec 9, 2018 |
| Last Update | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 349 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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