Confessions of Con. Cregan V2: The Irish Gil Blas (1849)

Confessions of Con. Cregan V2: The Irish Gil Blas is a novel written by Charles James Lever and published in 1849. It is the second volume of a two-part series and follows the adventures of the titular character, Con Cregan, a charming and roguish Irishman who travels throughout Ireland and Europe in search of fortune and adventure.The novel is written in the style of a picaresque, a genre that focuses on the adventures of a rogue or scoundrel. Con Cregan is a charismatic and likable character who uses his wit and charm to navigate his way through various social situations. He is also a skilled gambler and con artist, and his escapades often involve elaborate schemes and cons.Throughout the novel, Con encounters a variety of colorful characters, including fellow rogues, wealthy aristocrats, and beautiful women. He also experiences both success and failure in his various schemes, and the novel explores themes such as morality, loyalty, and the corrupting influence of wealth and power.Overall, Confessions of Con. Cregan V2: The Irish Gil Blas is a lively and entertaining novel that offers a glimpse into the world of 19th-century Ireland and Europe. It is a must-read for fans of picaresque literature and those interested in Irish history and culture.In Two Volumes.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.