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The Black Prophet: a Tale of Irish Famine by William Carleton

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The Black Prophet: a Tale of Irish Famine

Author
William Carleton
Narrator
Landon Wood, Miles Turner
Publisher
Manifold Media LLC
Publish Date
7 November 2024
Run Time
16 hours 17 minutes
Format
Audiobook
Genre
Classic fiction: general and literary, Fiction: general and literary
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""The Black Prophet: A Tale of Irish Famine" is a compelling work by William Carleton. This novel, set just before the onset of the Great Irish Famine in 1847, immerses readers in the vivid colors and authentic dialogue of the time. Carleton, who lived through these events, weaves a powerful narrative that captures the struggles, hopes, and tragedies of the Irish people during this tumultuous period. Summary Setting: The story unfolds in Ireland, a land marked by poverty, social upheaval, and impending disaster. Themes: Carleton delves into themes of famine, social injustice, and the resilience of the human spirit. Characters: The enigmatic figure of the Black Prophet looms large, foretelling doom and change. His presence adds an eerie dimension to the tale. Atmosphere: The novel paints a vivid picture of the Irish countryside, its people, and their desperate fight for survival."

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Author
William Carleton
Narrator
Landon Wood, Miles Turner
Duration
16 hours 17 minutes
Release Date
7 November 2024
ISBN
0782376063260
Format
Audiobook
Publisher
Manifold Media LLC
Genre
Classic fiction: general and literary, Fiction: general and literary

Synopsis

""The Black Prophet: A Tale of Irish Famine" is a compelling work by William Carleton. This novel, set just before the onset of the Great Irish Famine in 1847, immerses readers in the vivid colors and authentic dialogue of the time. Carleton, who lived through these events, weaves a powerful narrative that captures the struggles, hopes, and tragedies of the Irish people during this tumultuous period. Summary Setting: The story unfolds in Ireland, a land marked by poverty, social upheaval, and impending disaster. Themes: Carleton delves into themes of famine, social injustice, and the resilience of the human spirit. Characters: The enigmatic figure of the Black Prophet looms large, foretelling doom and change. His presence adds an eerie dimension to the tale. Atmosphere: The novel paints a vivid picture of the Irish countryside, its people, and their desperate fight for survival."

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