Denis O'Shaughnessy Going to Maynooth

By William Carleton

Book Overview

Denis O'Shaughnessy Going to Maynooth is a novel written by William Carleton. The story revolves around Denis O'Shaughnessy, a young man from rural Ireland who dreams of becoming a priest. He decides to leave his family and village behind and travel to Maynooth, a town known for its seminary and Catholic university.As Denis embarks on his journey, he faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including poverty, hunger, and the harsh realities of life on the road. However, his determination and faith in God keep him going, and he eventually reaches Maynooth.Once there, Denis begins his studies at the seminary and meets a variety of characters, including fellow students, professors, and members of the clergy. He also experiences the joys and struggles of academic life, as well as the temptations and distractions that come with being a young man.Throughout the novel, Carleton explores themes of faith, morality, education, and social class. He also provides a vivid and detailed portrait of life in rural Ireland during the 19th century.Overall, Denis O'Shaughnessy Going to Maynooth is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Irish Catholicism and the challenges faced by those who seek to become priests.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417957964
• ISBN13: 9781417957965
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"