The Last of the Catholic O'Malleys: A Tale (1870)

The Last of the Catholic O'Malleys: A Tale (1870) is a novel written by Margaret Theodosia Taunton. The book tells the story of the O'Malley family, a wealthy Catholic family living in Ireland during the 19th century. The family's patriarch, Sir Terence O'Malley, is a devout Catholic who is determined to maintain his faith and traditions in the face of growing pressure from the Protestant ruling class.As the story unfolds, the O'Malley family faces a series of challenges and tragedies. Sir Terence's son, Maurice, falls in love with a Protestant woman, causing tension within the family. Meanwhile, the family's estate is threatened by a scheming neighbor who wants to buy their land.Through it all, the O'Malleys remain steadfast in their faith and their commitment to each other. The book explores themes of loyalty, love, and the struggle to maintain one's identity in the face of adversity.Overall, The Last of the Catholic O'Malleys is a gripping tale of family, faith, and resilience set against the backdrop of 19th century Ireland.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.