- Irish, Irish in fiction, Rogues and vagabonds in fiction, Fiction
Set in late 18th century Europe the adventures and misadventures of a minor member of the Irish gentry trying to better himself. Redmond Barry of Bally Barry is a clever young man, who learns the manners of a gentleman. This serves him well, for the next few decades he meanders through Europe, as a soldier, mercenary, gambler, and vagabond. He reaches the pinnacle of worldly success by marriage to an English heiress, but disastrously squanders her fortune and good will.
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About the book
- First published
- 1853
- Pages
- 349
- Publisher
- Books On Tape, Fictionwise, Inc., Franklin Classics
- Editions
- 54
- Language
- French, English
- ISBN
- 9781406808469
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An English novelist of the 19th century. He was famous for his satirical works, particularly *Vanity Fair*, a panoramic portrait of English society.
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