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"Phelim O'Toole's Courtship" is one of the short stories included in this collection. Each story in the collection offers a glimpse into the lives of the Irish peasantry, providing readers with insights into the cultural and social dynamics of the time.Carleton's writing style combines humor, satire, and social commentary, making his works both entertaining and reflective of the realities of Irish rural life during his era. "Traits and Stories of the Irish Peasantry" as a whole is a significant body of work that contributes to the literary understanding of Irish society in the 19th century.