The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer — Volume 3: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer — Volume 3 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Lever, Charles (1806–1872).
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"The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer — Volume 3" by Charles James Lever is a novel written in the mid-19th century that combines humor and adventure, focusing on the escapades of its main character, Harry Lorrequer. This work is set against the backdrop of Irish society and military life, and it offers a satirical perspective on the social and political dynamics of the time, featuring myriad characters and their interactions. At the start of the volume, readers are introduced to Harry Lorrequer, who has just received orders for detachment duty while dealing with his complicated personal situation concerning a friend and a prospective love interest. As he embarks on this new assignment, Lorrequer reflects on the annoyances of military life, as well as the lively, often tumultuous nature of Ireland during a time of political unrest and social upheaval. The narrative reveals Lorrequer's cynical yet humorous take on his fellow officers and local magistrates, setting the tone for a story rich in character interactions and the unfolding consequences of past events.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer — Volume 3
- Author credits: Lever, Charles (1806–1872)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
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