Publisher's Synopsis
The Threshold of Quiet is a novel written by Irish author Daniel Corkery and published in 1918. The story is set in rural Ireland and follows the life of a young woman named Mary O'Malley. Mary is a quiet and introspective person who spends most of her time reading books and observing nature. She lives with her parents and siblings in a small cottage and is content with her simple life.However, Mary's world is turned upside down when she falls in love with a young man named Michael. Michael is a passionate and ambitious person who is determined to leave the countryside and make a name for himself in the city. Mary is torn between her love for Michael and her attachment to her home and family.As Mary struggles to find her place in the world, she is forced to confront the harsh realities of life in Ireland. She witnesses the poverty and suffering of her fellow countrymen and becomes involved in the struggle for Irish independence. Through it all, Mary remains steadfast in her commitment to her values and her love for Michael.The Threshold of Quiet is a powerful and moving novel that explores themes of love, identity, and social justice. It is a testament to the resilience of the Irish people and their struggle for freedom and self-determination.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.
