This book is a collection of stories and sketches by the esteemed Irish author William Carleton. Originally published in the mid-nineteenth century, these works offer a vivid and often humorous portrayal of rural Irish life. From depictions of priests and peddlers to tales of love and loss, Carleton's works will captivate readers of all ages. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

'The Emigrants of Ahadarra' is a novel written by William Carleton. The story begins as a small man and a 16-year-old girl walk to visit a wealthy farmer. It is the month of May and the scenery is lush and beautiful, with fields filled with workers and signs of the coming harvest. The farm is a longhouse located on a hill, approached by a ragged path and a gate that is difficult to open and close.