The Tithe-Proctor

The Tithe-Proctor is a novel written by William Carleton and was first published in 1885. The story is set in Ireland during the 19th century and revolves around the life of Thady McQuillan, a young man who is appointed as a tithe-proctor. The tithe-proctor is responsible for collecting tithes from the Catholic peasants on behalf of the Protestant Church of Ireland. The story explores the conflict between the Catholic and Protestant communities in Ireland during this time, as well as the struggles faced by the poor farmers who are forced to pay these tithes.Thady McQuillan is a complex character who is torn between his loyalty to the church and his sympathy for the poor farmers. He is often caught in the middle of the conflict between the two communities and struggles to maintain his integrity in the face of corruption and violence. The novel also features a cast of colorful characters, including Father John, a Catholic priest who is a voice of reason in the midst of the chaos, and Squire Folliard, a wealthy landowner who is determined to maintain his power and influence over the local community.The Tithe-Proctor is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of religion, politics, and social justice. Carleton's vivid descriptions of the Irish countryside and his nuanced portrayal of the characters make this a compelling read for anyone interested in Irish history and literature. The novel is a classic of Irish literature and remains relevant today as a reminder of the struggles faced by marginalized communities in the face of oppression and injustice.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.