“Era stanco di non combinare nulla, di tirare il diavolo per la coda, di espedienti e di intrighi. A novembre avrebbe compiuto trentun anni. Non avrebbe mai avuto un lavoro decoroso? Non avrebbe mai avuto una casa sua? Pensò a quanto sarebbe stato bello avere un fuoco acceso presso cui sedersi e una buona cena davanti. Aveva bighellonato troppo tempo con gli amici e con le ragazze. Sapeva quanto valevano questi amici e anche le ragazze.”
James Joyce's Dubliners is a seminal work of modernist literature, featuring a series of interconnected short stories that delve into the lives of Dubliners from different social classes and backgrounds. The stories collectively portray the city's social and cultural landscape, capturing the complexities of human experience and the challenges faced by its inhabitants. more
James Joyce, born on February 2, 1882, and died on January 13, 1941, was an Irish novelist and one of the greatest writers of the 20th century. Known for his unique narrative techniques and profound psychological insights, Joyce is celebrated for his contributions to modernist literature. His most famous work is 'Ulysses', which is considered one of the greatest literary works of the 20th century. Other notable works include 'Dubliners' and 'Finnegans Wake'. more
“Trattava i problemi morali come la mannaia tratta con la carne: e in questo caso aveva deciso.”
“Liberation from superstition is a necessary but not a sufficient condition for science.”