Castle Rackrent

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Set in Ireland, the story unfolds through the eyes of Thady Quirk, the loyal steward of the Rackrent estate. As he recounts the history of the Rackrent family over generations, the novel explores themes of social class, land ownership, and the decline of the Anglo-Irish gentry. Through Thady's perspective, readers witness the family's mismanagement and moral decay, reflecting the broader socio-political changes in Ireland. Edgeworth's work is notable for its early use of the unreliable narrator and its rich portrayal of Irish life.