The Hunchback of Carrigmore (1878)

The Hunchback of Carrigmore is a novel written by J.F. Scott and first published in 1878. Set in rural Ireland, the story revolves around the life of a young man named Brian O'Connor who is born with a hunchback. Despite his physical deformity, Brian is a kind-hearted and intelligent individual who dreams of a better life for himself and his family. However, his hunchback becomes a source of ridicule and discrimination from his fellow villagers, and he is forced to endure a life of isolation and loneliness.As the story progresses, Brian's fortunes change when he meets and falls in love with a young woman named Kathleen. Despite the disapproval of her family, the two embark on a passionate romance that ultimately leads to tragedy. Along the way, Brian must confront the prejudices of his society and the challenges of his physical disability, all while trying to find his place in the world.The Hunchback of Carrigmore is a powerful and poignant tale that explores themes of love, acceptance, and the struggle for identity in the face of adversity. Through Brian's story, J.F. Scott offers a moving commentary on the human condition and the enduring power of hope and resilience.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.