Stephen Hero - James Joyce
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Stephen Hero

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Language
English
Published in
Publisher
Cape
Pages
253
ISBN
9780224617147
Embark on an intimate journey through the formative years of Stephen Dedalus, a sensitive and imaginative young man navigating the complexities of late 19th and early 20th-century Ireland. From his earliest childhood memories, readers witness Stephen's developing consciousness as he grapples with the profound influences of family, Irish nationalism, and a strict Catholic upbringing. His experiences at Jesuit schools and within his community challenge his perceptions, leading to an internal struggle between societal expectations and his emerging sense of self.

As Stephen matures, he confronts the allure of sensual beauty, the weight of religious guilt, and a growing disillusionment with the institutions that seek to define him. This intellectual and spiritual awakening propels him toward a radical decision: to cast off all constraints and dedicate his life to the pursuit of artistic expression. "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man" offers a deep exploration of identity, freedom, and the birth of an artist, inviting readers to witness the transformation of a soul determined to forge its own path in the world.

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A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man Originally published in 1964
Original language
English
Original publisher Viking Adult

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