Father Butler, The Lough Dearg Pilgrim is a novel written by Irish author William Carleton and published in 1839. The story is set in rural Ireland during the early 19th century and follows the life of Father John Butler, a Catholic priest who is known for his piety and devotion to his faith. The novel begins with Father Butler's childhood and his early years as a seminarian. It then follows his journey as a young priest, as he travels to the small...