Dubliners by James Joyce

Dubliners by James Joyce

Description & Features:
A Masterful Portrait of Life in Dublin
Dubliners is James Joyce’s celebrated collection of 15 short stories, offering a vivid and poignant portrayal of life in early 20th-century Dublin. Through carefully crafted narratives, Joyce explores themes of identity, paralysis, and longing, capturing the essence of ordinary lives with extraordinary depth and insight. Each story is a gem that stands alone yet contributes to a broader, interconnected vision of the city and its inhabitants.
Plot:
The stories traverse the stages of life, from childhood and adolescence to adulthood. In ""Araby,"" a young boy grapples with infatuation and disillusionment. ""Eveline"" portrays a woman torn between duty and the promise of escape. ""The Dead,"" the collection’s haunting finale, delves into love, mortality, and the passage of time, culminating in a moment of profound self-realization. Joyce’s characters, flawed yet deeply human, reflect universal struggles and desires, making their experiences resonate with readers across generations.
Why Read Dubliners? Timeless Themes: Explore universal human experiences such as love, regret, and the quest for meaning. Masterful Storytelling: Joyce’s prose combines realism with lyrical beauty, creating stories that linger in the mind. A Glimpse of Dublin: The collection offers an intimate portrait of Dublin’s culture, society, and people, serving as both a historical document and a work of art.
Whether you’re a lover of literary fiction or a newcomer to Joyce, Dubliners is an essential read that reveals the beauty and complexity of everyday life.

Dimensions : 15.2 x 0.8 x 22.9 cm

ISBN: 9789363110779

Number of Pages: 163

Publication Date: 2024-01-12

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