Dubliners by James Joyce is a collection of modernist short stories that realistically portray everyday life in Dublin. This edition, part of Penguin Modern Classics, offers an incisive look at ordinary lives and social themes in Ireland’s capital. The stories address subjects such as social decline, sexual desires, and personal failures.
Product description
James Joyce’s Dubliners is a literary collection of short stories that captures the complexity of Dublin life in a unique way. These modernist short stories are deeply rooted in the reality of the city, with Joyce using keen powers of observation to depict everyday experiences and emotions. From the childlike faith in 'The Sisters' to the haunting final story, 'The Dead', he presents a diverse and recognizable cast of characters.
The author (1882–1941) lived mainly outside Ireland, but his work remains inseparably connected to Dublin. This classic is of interest to lovers of short stories and modern world literature.
Product specifications
- Author: James Joyce
- Series: Penguin Modern Classics
- Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
- Imprint: Penguin Classics
- Binding type: B-format paperback
- Publication date: 2000-02-03
- Number of pages: 368
- ISBN: 9780141182452
- Theme: Modern and contemporary fiction: literary and general
- BISAC: FICTION / Literary
About the author
James Joyce was an influential Irish writer, known for his innovative style and his deep connection to the city of Dublin. His work includes, alongside Dubliners also the groundbreaking novels Ulysses and Finnegans Wake. Joyce combined a modernist approach with a sharp insight into human experiences and urban themes.