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Barlow, Jane
1856
1917
Barlow, J. (Jane)
Ryark, Felix
Bog-land studies
Third edition
$aNew York :$bDodd, Mead and Co., $c1895.
Th' ould master -- Walled out: or, eschatology in a bog -- Last time at M'Gurk's: or, Mick Flynn de senectute -- By the bog-hole -- Past praying for: or, the souper's widow -- Miss Honor's wedding -- A curlew's call.
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"Bog-Land Studies" by J. Barlow is a collection of stories written in the late 19th century. This work presents a vivid portrayal of life in rural Ireland, particularly focusing on themes of loss, community, and the intimate connections between people and their landscape. Through its characters and narrative voice, the book delves into the emotional and physical struggles faced by its inhabitants, reflecting on both personal and societal challenges. The opening of "Bog-Land Studies" introduces us to the reflective voice of a villager lamenting the loss and gradual decline of life in their community, especially regarding their treasured connections to the land and the ocean. It sets the stage with the memories of the “ould master” and his son, Denis, who leaves for Australia, leaving a void and initiating a series of misfortunes for the community. As Denis’s absence becomes palpable, the narrative recounts the changing seasons and the ensuing troubles, illustrating how the passage of time affects both the landscape and the people tied to it, all while casting a somber tone over the rural existence marked by uncertainty and longing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/boglandstudies00barliala/page/n7/mode/2up
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Reading ease score: 72.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Stories in rhyme
Ireland -- Poetry
English poetry -- Irish authors
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