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Excerptstanding in the world. Men there as I learnt afterwards, are sought for themselves quite as much as they are elsewhere; and though my groom's top-boots were neat, and my horse a very tidy animal, my entry into Ballyglass created no sensation whatever.In about four days... Read Full Overview

Anthony Trollope (1815-1882) was one of the most successful, prolific and respected English novelists of the Victorian era. He wrote penetrating novels on political, social, and gender issues and conflicts of his day. In 1867 Trollope left his position in the British Post Office... Read Full Overview

""The O'Conors of Castle Conor"" is a novel written by Anthony Trollope, published in 1867. The story revolves around the O'Conor family, who live in the grand Castle Conor in Ireland. The head of the family, Owen O'Conor, is a proud and stubborn man who is determined to maintain... Read Full Overview

The O'Conors of Castle Conor, County Mayo

The O'Conors Of Castle Conor is a historical novel written by Anthony Trollope. The story revolves around the O'Conor family, who are the owners of Castle Conor in Ireland. The novel is set in the mid-19th century and depicts the family's struggle to maintain their position and... Read Full Overview

I shall never forget my first introduction to country life in Ireland, my first day's hunting there, or the manner in which I passed the evening afterwards. Nor shall I ever cease to be grateful for the hospitality which I received from the O'Conors of Castle Conor. My acquaintance... Read Full Overview