| Author |
Lever, Charles James, 1806-1872 |
| Illustrator |
Browne, Hablot Knight, 1815-1882 |
| Title |
The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer — Complete
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Mary Munarin and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer — Complete" by Charles James Lever is a novel written during the early 19th century. This engaging work follows the adventures and misadventures of Harry Lorrequer, a young officer in the British army, as he navigates life, love, and the complexities of his career, particularly during his time in Ireland and beyond. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Harry Lorrequer upon his arrival back in Cork after years of military service. The atmosphere is one of mingled joy and nostalgia, as the regiment is welcomed enthusiastically by the local citizens amid lavish celebrations. Through humorous anecdotes, Lorrequer describes the regimental festivities, his encounters with eccentric characters, and his own penchant for drama — not just on the stage but in everyday life. His adventures culminate in a series of comedic incidents, including a chaotic performance of "Othello," revealing both his charm and folly, setting the stage for further escapades in the chapters to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5240 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Oct 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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