The Old House At Glenaran (1887) - Anna Hanson Dorsey - Bog

The Old House At Glenaran is a novel written by Anna Hanson Dorsey and published in 1887. Set in Ireland, the story follows the life of a young woman named Eileen O'Connor who inherits a dilapidated old house from her grandfather. Eileen is determined to restore the house to its former glory and make it her own, despite the objections of her family and the challenges she faces along the way.As Eileen begins to work on the house, she discovers a hidden room that holds a mysterious secret. With the help of a local priest, Father John, Eileen uncovers the truth about her family's past and the dark history of Glenaran. Along the way, she also falls in love with Father John, but their relationship is complicated by his vows of celibacy.The novel explores themes of family, love, and the struggle between tradition and progress. It also offers a glimpse into Irish culture and society in the late 19th century. With vivid descriptions of the Irish countryside and a compelling plot, The Old House At Glenaran is a classic work of romantic fiction that will transport readers to another time and place.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.