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This engaging summary presents an analysis of A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce, which follows the protagonist Stephen Dedalus from childhood to early adulthood and his momentous decision to leave his native Ireland. Stephen grows up in a country divided by religious and political tensions, and must grapple with a number of competing influences as he strives to chart his own path and develop his own identity. His experiences are explored using the stream of consciousness techniques that Joyce is known for, resulting in a captivating and highly original narrative. James Joyce was an Irish writer, and is widely recognised as one of the most influential writers of the 20th century. He is known in particular for his novels A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, Ulysses and Finnegans Wake, and his short story collection Dubliners.
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This engaging summary presents an analysis of A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce, which follows the protagonist Stephen Dedalus from childhood to early adulthood and his momentous decision to leave his native Ireland. Stephen grows up in a country divided by religious and political tensions, and must grapple with a number of competing influences as he strives to chart his own path and develop his own identity. His experiences are explored using the stream of consciousness techniques that Joyce is known for, resulting in a captivating and highly original narrative. James Joyce was an Irish writer, and is widely recognised as one of the most influential writers of the 20th century. He is known in particular for his novels A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, Ulysses and Finnegans Wake, and his short story collection Dubliners.
Find out everything you need to know about A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man in a fraction of the time!
This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection
Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.
See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!
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