Roland Cashel, Volume I (of II)

Name: Roland Cashel, Volume I (of II)
Author: Charles Lever

By Charles Lever

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A young man named Roland moves through a social world of villas, gaming-tables, and country houses, encountering friends, rivals, and conspirators. The narrative alternates comic social scenes—dinner parties, domestic intrigues, and family quarrels—with adventure: challenges at the betting-ring, schemes by a villainous suitor, political plotting, a shipwreck, and a mysterious lost-and-found letter. Romance, gambling, and legal and financial pressures push Roland into tests of character, while a cast of vivid secondary figures generates both farce and danger as fortunes and alliances shift.

About the Author

Charles Lever

Charles Lever was an Irish novelist and playwright, known for his vivid characterizations and humorous storytelling. He gained popularity in the 19th century with works that often explored themes of adventure and romance. Lever's most notable work, "Charles O'Malley, The Irish Dragoon," showcases his talent for blending humor with the trials of military life. His writing is characterized by a lively narrative style and a keen observation of society, making him a significant figure in Irish literature. Lever's contributions continue to be appreciated for their wit and insight into the human experience.