A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man
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Style and Technique
«A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man» by James Joyce is characterized by the use of stream of consciousness, allowing a deep dive into the thoughts and feelings of the protagonist, Stephen Dedalus. Joyce's style is complex and multilayered, with frequent references to mythology, literature, and philosophy. The language of the work varies from simple and childlike at the beginning to more complex and philosophical as the protagonist matures. Literary techniques include symbolism, allusions, and intertextuality. The structure of the novel is nonlinear, alternating between different time periods and internal monologues, creating an effect of fragmentation and subjective perception.
Date of publication: 3 September 2024
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Genre: Classical literature