Kilrogan Cottage: A Novel (1878)

Kilrogan Cottage is a novel written by Matilda Despard in 1878. The story is set in the Irish countryside and follows the lives of two sisters, Mary and Ellen, who inherit Kilrogan Cottage from their late aunt. The sisters are very different - Mary is practical and level-headed, while Ellen is impulsive and romantic. They both have different ideas about what to do with the cottage, and their conflicting opinions cause tension between them. As they settle into their new home, they meet the neighboring families, including the wealthy and influential O'Connors, and the mysterious and reclusive Mr. Murrays. Mary becomes friends with the O'Connors, while Ellen is drawn to Mr. Murrays. However, as they get to know these people better, they uncover secrets and scandals that threaten to tear apart their new community. Throughout the novel, Despard explores themes of family, love, class, and societal expectations. She also provides a vivid portrayal of life in rural Ireland during the late 19th century, including the customs, traditions, and superstitions of the Irish people. Kilrogan Cottage is a captivating novel that combines romance, mystery, and social commentary to create a compelling story that will keep readers engaged until the very end.This Book Is In English.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.