Ulysses

James Joyce

Key Facts and Insights

  1. The Homeric Structure: The novel "Ulysses" is structured around the Odyssey by Homer, paralleling its 18 episodes in a modern context.
  2. Stream of Consciousness Narrative Style: Joyce's groundbreaking narrative style, known as stream of consciousness, captures the internal thoughts and feelings of characters in an unprecedented way.
  3. Modernist Experimentation: The novel is a prime example of literary modernism, highlighting the alienation, dislocation, and fragmentation of modern life.
  4. The Everyday as Epic: Joyce elevates the ordinary life of his characters to the level of epic, mythic significance, challenging traditional narrative conventions.
  5. Language and Wordplay: Joyce's innovative...

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