Arthur O'Leary: His Wanderings And Ponderings In Many Lands: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Arthur O'Leary: His Wanderings And Ponderings In Many Lands is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Lever, Charles (1806–1872).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Arthur O'Leary: His Wanderings And Ponderings In Many Lands" by Charles James Lever is a fictional travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. The story follows the whimsical and adventurous life of Arthur O'Leary, whose explorations and misadventures across various countries promise to be filled with humor, insight, and the social customs of his era. The narrative is likely characterized by wit and a lively character cast, setting the stage for both comedic and reflective moments in Arthur's travels. The opening of the novel introduces a humorous editorial note discussing the initial plans for the publication of "Loiterings of Arthur O'Leary." It reveals the unusual circumstances surrounding the work's creation, including a threat from O'Leary himself to take legal action against the editor for infringing on his adventures. This playful exchange sets a lighthearted tone for the book, while also promising insight into O'Leary's character—someone who is both larger-than-life and humorously self-aware. While embarking on his travels, readers glimpse the riotous nature of travel, such as the busy steamship scenes and the various eccentric characters that populate his journey, hinting at the wild adventures ahead.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Arthur O'Leary: His Wanderings And Ponderings In Many Lands
- Author credits: Lever, Charles (1806–1872)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
- Category: Travel Writing
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