Joyce, James
Ulysses - New Delhi Rupa 2007 - 800p.
Though initial preparation for the work began in 1902, Ulysses, a modernist classic, was eventually published in 1922. A remarkable conflation of mythology, symbolism, philosophy, social realism and humanity, this tale of the events of a single day (June 16, 1904) in Dublin is loosely based on Homer's Odyssey.
The main character in the book is Leopard Bloom, a middle aged Dubliner- quiet and decent, a man of inflexible honour to his fingertips. Another significant figure winding his way through the streets of the city is Stephen Dedalus- an arrogant young intellectual whom Bloom takes under his wing. Many of the 'real' things and topical events that the narrative presents- historical references, newspaper reports, descriptions of environments, places and objects- were meticulously researched by Joyce.
In spite of the work's diverse styles and fantastic representations, Bloom's relationships with his wife Molly and surrogate son Stephan Dedalus are enacted against a vivid and deeply naturalistic background of the city of Dublin.
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Joyce, James, 1882-1941. Ulysses--Drama.
Alienation (Social psychology)--Drama.
City and town life--Drama.
Male friendship--Drama.
Married people--Drama.
Jewish men rama.
Artists--Drama.
Dublin (Ireland)--Drama.
823.912 / JOY/U
Ulysses - New Delhi Rupa 2007 - 800p.
Though initial preparation for the work began in 1902, Ulysses, a modernist classic, was eventually published in 1922. A remarkable conflation of mythology, symbolism, philosophy, social realism and humanity, this tale of the events of a single day (June 16, 1904) in Dublin is loosely based on Homer's Odyssey.
The main character in the book is Leopard Bloom, a middle aged Dubliner- quiet and decent, a man of inflexible honour to his fingertips. Another significant figure winding his way through the streets of the city is Stephen Dedalus- an arrogant young intellectual whom Bloom takes under his wing. Many of the 'real' things and topical events that the narrative presents- historical references, newspaper reports, descriptions of environments, places and objects- were meticulously researched by Joyce.
In spite of the work's diverse styles and fantastic representations, Bloom's relationships with his wife Molly and surrogate son Stephan Dedalus are enacted against a vivid and deeply naturalistic background of the city of Dublin.
8129105829
Joyce, James, 1882-1941. Ulysses--Drama.
Alienation (Social psychology)--Drama.
City and town life--Drama.
Male friendship--Drama.
Married people--Drama.
Jewish men rama.
Artists--Drama.
Dublin (Ireland)--Drama.
823.912 / JOY/U