Dubliners

di James Joyce (Autore)

Gwendolyn Whitmore (Autore)

Good Press, 2023

Dubliners, a seminal work by James Joyce, offers a profound exploration of early 20th-century Dublin life through a collection of fifteen meticulously crafted short stories. Joyce employs a realistic literary style, characterized by vivid imagery and symbolic depth, to depict the quotidian experiences of his characters. The narratives collectively illuminate the themes of paralysis and epiphany, showcasing the complex interplay of societal and personal forces. The stories, ranging from tales of childhood innocence to adult disillusionment, provide an evocative portrait of a city caught between tradition and modernity, enveloped in a rich tapestry of local color and emotion. James Joyce, an Irish expatriate and towering figure in modernist literature, drew from his own experiences growing up in Dublin'—a city rife with cultural and social constraints. His background, marked by familial struggles and a yearning for artistic expression, profoundly influenced his writing. Dubliners was remarkably crafted during a period when Joyce was wrestling with the tumultuous realities of his homeland, intending to give voice to the marginalized and unrecognized aspects of Irish life. I highly recommend Dubliners to readers seeking a nuanced understanding of human experience interwoven with the specific historical and cultural context of Dublin. Joyce's poignant storytelling and keen observations resonate universally, making this a timeless exploration of identity, community, and the oft-overlooked complexities of daily existence. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.

• Autore: James Joyce, Gwendolyn Whitmore
• Curatore: Good Press
• Anno edizione: 2023
• Editore: Good Press
• Formato: EPUB2 con Adobe DRM
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 8596547690511