This collection of fictional works by Marguerite Blessington includes 'The Two Friends, ' a novella that explores the complications of love and friendship, 'The Repealers, ' a political novel set in Ireland during the 19th century, and 'Confessions of an Elderly Gentleman, ' a satirical portrayal of British society. Blessington was a popular and prolific author in her time, and these stories showcase her wit, insight, and storytelling abilities. 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.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1841.