Ulysses
James Joyce
Year
1922
1394
1222
1631
2521
2471
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2156
2308
1757
2628
1860
2216
1853
1730
1000
1960
1266
1688
1930
2087
2385
2281
1328
1458
1586
1493
1971
1211
994
997
2249
2600
1581
1424
1069
1394
1152
1191
2105
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2810
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2311
1382
1425
1545
1217
1517
1587
2949
2729
2543
2771
1458
1336
304
743
821
1126
898
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Description
Step into the day-long journey of 'Ulysses' by James Joyce, a novel renowned for its innovative stream-of-consciousness technique and profound exploration of life's everyday intricacies. Set on a single day, June 16, 1904, in Dublin, 'Ulysses' follows the experiences of its main characters, Leopold Bloom, a Jewish advertising canvasser, and Stephen Dedalus, a young aspiring writer. Joyce’s narrative parallels the structure of Homer's 'Odyssey,' with each chapter mirroring an episode from the ancient epic, transformed into the context of modern Dublin. The novel navigates through the thoughts, conversations, and wanderings of Bloom and Dedalus as they cross paths, experience the city's vibrancy, and delve into introspective journeys. 'Ulysses' stands as a monument of Modernist literature, celebrated for its linguistic creativity, symbolic richness, and deep portrayal of humanity. Joyce's use of interior monologue, puns, parodies, and allusions creates a complex and multi-layered narrative that requires and rewards close engagement. Prepare for an auditory adventure like no other, where the streets of Dublin come alive with the novel's vivid imagery, unique language, and the deep, often humorous, insights into the human condition. 'Ulysses' is not just a book but an immersive experience that challenges, enlightens, and ultimately provides a lens through which the ordinary becomes extraordinary.