“Un certo orgoglio si fondeva alla trepidazione dei suoi genitori, ed anche ad un certo desiderio di gettare polvere negli occhi, perché i nomi delle grandi città straniere hanno almeno questo merito.”
Book:Dubliners
Quote by James Joyce
Work
Dubliners
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
Author
James Joyce
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
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