Florence Macarthy V1 An Irish Tale (1818)

Florence Macarthy V1: An Irish Tale is a novel written by Lady Sydney Morgan and published in 1818. The story is set in Ireland during the late 18th century and follows the life of Florence Macarthy, a young woman from a wealthy Irish family. Florence is a strong-willed and independent woman who defies the traditional gender roles of her time. She is determined to fight against the injustices and prejudices that she encounters in her life.The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, family, and social class. Florence falls in love with a young man named De Courcy, who is a member of the Protestant ruling class in Ireland. Their relationship is complicated by the religious and political tensions of the time. Florence's family is Catholic and they are fiercely loyal to their Irish heritage. De Courcy's family, on the other hand, is Protestant and they are aligned with the ruling English government.As Florence and De Courcy navigate their relationship, they must also confront the larger issues of their time. The novel takes a critical look at the social and political structures of Ireland during the late 18th century, including the tensions between the Catholic and Protestant communities, the impact of English rule, and the struggles of the Irish people for independence.Overall, Florence Macarthy V1: An Irish Tale is a compelling historical novel that offers a vivid portrayal of life in Ireland during a pivotal moment in its history. Lady Sydney Morgan's writing is engaging and insightful, and her characters are complex and nuanced. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history, literature, or culture.In Four Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.