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A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man

by James Joyce
RM34.00 MYR
A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man
A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man

Coming-of-age journey; artistic and intellectual awakening.

If you're drawn to introspective narratives and appreciate the finesse of modernist prose, "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man" might just resonate with you. Joyce's exploration of the complexities of youth and the struggle for self-definition is not just a glimpse into one man's soul—it's an intricate tapestry of human experience, meticulously woven with symbols and a rich tapestry of language that challenges and rewards. It's the kind of book that becomes a part of your own artistic journey.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man

by James Joyce
RM34.00 MYR
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ISBN: 9780007449392
Authors: James Joyce
Publisher: William Collins
Date of Publication: 2012-01-02
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Literary Fiction
Related Topics: Literature, Classics, Literary Criticism
Goodreads rating: 3.64
(rated by 162931 readers)

Description

Welcome, O life! I go to encounter for the millionth time the reality of experience and to forge in the smithy of my soul the uncreated conscience of my race. Autobiographical in tone, Joyce's tale of Stephen Dedalus' journey into adulthood explores the intellectual and moral development of an artist as he struggles to overcome the ingrained Catholic consciousness of his childhood -- a family life governed by Irish history, religion and politics. Realistic and innovative in its approach, the style of writing proved controversial upon publication in 1916 and the character of Stephen on a quest for his identity did not appeal to readers. However, Joyce expertly encapsulates the development of individual consciousness and the role of the artist in society in what is considered one of his greatest works.
 

Coming-of-age journey; artistic and intellectual awakening.

If you're drawn to introspective narratives and appreciate the finesse of modernist prose, "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man" might just resonate with you. Joyce's exploration of the complexities of youth and the struggle for self-definition is not just a glimpse into one man's soul—it's an intricate tapestry of human experience, meticulously woven with symbols and a rich tapestry of language that challenges and rewards. It's the kind of book that becomes a part of your own artistic journey.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.