Can you recommend some famous 'big house novels'?

Sure. 'The Absentee' by Maria Edgeworth is a notable Irish Big House novel. It explores the absentee landlord system and its effects on both the landlords and the tenants. Also, 'Ulysses' by James Joyce has elements related to the Irish Big House in some of its descriptions and themes, although it is a very complex and multi - faceted work.

There are several notable Irish Big House novels. 'The Big House of Inver' by George A. Birmingham is one. It gives insights into the life in a big house in Ireland. Another one is 'Some Experiences of an Irish R.M.' by Somerville and Ross. These novels offer different perspectives on the big house life, whether it's about the management of the estate, the social interactions within the house, or the impact of external events on the big house and its inhabitants.

Sure. 'The Absentee' by Maria Edgeworth is a well - known Anglo - Irish Big House novel. It delves into the life of the absentee landlords and the problems associated with that system. Another one is 'Molly Keane's Good Behaviour', which explores the world of the Anglo - Irish gentry in a very nuanced way.

Sure. 'The Haunting of Hill House' is a great one. It has a very atmospheric and creepy feel. Then there's 'Rose Madder' by Stephen King. Although King is known for many horror works, this one has a strong 'ghost house' element. And 'The Little Stranger' by Sarah Waters also falls into this category. It's set in a dilapidated mansion and has a sense of mystery and unease throughout.

One of the most well - known is 'Rebecca' by Daphne du Maurier. It features the grand Manderley manor and all the secrets and mysteries within it. Another is 'Jane Eyre' which has Thornfield Hall as an important manor house setting, where many of the key events and relationships unfold. 'Wuthering Heights' also has a sort of manor - like house in the form of Thrushcross Grange, which is central to the story of love, revenge, and family drama.

One of the well - known inner house novels is 'Jane Eyre'. It tells the story of a young woman's life in different domestic situations, from her time at an orphanage which was like an inner house in a sense, to her experiences as a governess in a large manor. Another is 'Pride and Prejudice', which also shows a lot about the domestic lives of the Bennett sisters and the society's expectations of them in the context of their family and home.

One famous coffee house novel could be 'The Alchemist' by Paulo Coelho. Although it's not strictly set only in a coffee house, the story has that kind of spiritual journey and discovery vibe that you can enjoy while sitting in a coffee house. Another is 'Norwegian Wood' by Haruki Murakami. His works often have a laid - back, yet profound atmosphere which is somewhat similar to the mood in a coffee house.

One well - known 'broken house novel' is 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. The Finch family in the novel faces various challenges, including racial prejudice in the community which also affects the family dynamics at home. Another is 'The Glass Castle' which tells the story of a very dysfunctional family with an alcoholic father and a mother who often neglects her children in some ways.

Another great one is 'House of Leaves' by Mark Z. Danielewski. This book is not only about a haunted house but also has a very unique structure. The story within the house is complex and full of mystery, with the house seeming to have an ever - changing layout that defies normal understanding.

One of the well - known French house novels is 'Madame Bovary'. In this novel, the house plays an important role in reflecting the main character's desires and her disillusionment with her life. Another could be 'The Red and the Black', where the different houses Julien visits or lives in are significant in showing his social ascension and downfall.