Lord Kilgobbin - Charles Lever - Bog

Lord Kilgobbin is a novel written by Charles Lever, an Irish novelist. The story is set in Ireland during the 19th century and revolves around the life of a wealthy Irish landowner, Lord Kilgobbin. The novel is a satirical portrayal of the political and social conditions of Ireland during that period.Lord Kilgobbin is a man of great wealth and power, but he is also a man of many vices. He is known for his love of gambling, drinking, and womanizing. Despite his flaws, he is a beloved figure in his community, and many people look up to him.The novel follows Lord Kilgobbin as he navigates the complex political landscape of Ireland. He is a staunch supporter of the British government, but he also has a deep love for his country and its people. He is torn between his loyalty to the British and his desire to see Ireland prosper.As the story unfolds, Lord Kilgobbin finds himself embroiled in a number of scandals and controversies. He is accused of corruption, bribery, and even murder. Despite these accusations, he remains steadfast in his beliefs and refuses to back down.Lord Kilgobbin is a complex and fascinating character, and the novel is a gripping tale of politics, power, and intrigue. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history, politics, or literature.'There are a few words here, papa, ' cried Kate, opening the paper. '""In reply to the question of Sir Barnes Malone as to the late communications alleged to have passed between the head of the Irish Government and the head-centre of the Fenians, the Right Honourable the First Lord of the Treasury said, 'That the question would be more properly addressed to the noble lord the Secretary for Ireland, who was not then in the House. Meanwhile, sir, ' continued he, 'I will take on myself the responsibility of saying that in this, as in a variety of other cases, the zeal of party has greatly outstripped the discretion that should govern political warfare.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.