Castle Rackrent
About this book
A politically-charged satire on Anglo-Irish landlords, Castle Rackrent is a critically-acclaimed and thoroughly enjoyable novel. The social commentary critiques not only class but also gender roles, acutely discussing the marginalization of women in the eighteenth century. In Castle Rackrent, published in 1800, the Irish Catholic bourgeoisie rise to power.
Reader Profile
3.2/5 · 4558 readers · 105 pages · ≈ 1 h 57 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read Castle Rackrent?
About ≈ 1 h 57 m — 105 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Castle Rackrent?
105 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Castle Rackrent?
It sits on the Humor, Fiction shelves.
Is Castle Rackrent in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Where does Castle Rackrent take place?
It is set in Ireland during 18th century.
Who wrote Castle Rackrent?
Maria Edgeworth.
Where can I read Castle Rackrent online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library