Dubliners
Enriched edition. Exploring Paralysis and Epiphany in Early 20th Century DublinBy James Joyce
Length8h 24m
About this audiobook
Dubliners, a seminal work by James Joyce, offers a profound exploration of early 20th-century Dublin life through a collection of fifteen meticulously crafted short stories. Joyce employs a realistic literary style, characterized by vivid imagery and symbolic depth, to depict the quotidian experiences of his characters. The narratives collectively illuminate the themes of paralysis and epiphany, showcasing the complex interplay of societal and personal forces. The stories, ranging from tales of childhood innocence to adult disillusionment, provide an evocative portrait of a city caught between tradition and modernity, enveloped in a rich tapestry of local color and emotion. James Joyce, an Irish expatriate and towering figure in modernist literature, drew from his own experiences growing up in Dublin'—a city rife with cultural and social constraints. His background, marked by familial struggles and a yearning for artistic expression, profoundly influenced his writing. Dubliners was remarkably crafted during a period when Joyce was wrestling with the tumultuous realities of his homeland, intending to give voice to the marginalized and unrecognized aspects of Irish life. I highly recommend Dubliners to readers seeking a nuanced understanding of human experience interwoven with the specific historical and cultural context of Dublin. Joyce's poignant storytelling and keen observations resonate universally, making this a timeless exploration of identity, community, and the oft-overlooked complexities of daily existence.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length8 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 8, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter 1 (pt. 1)
2Chapter 1 (pt. 2)
3Chapter 1 (pt. 3)
4Chapter 1 (pt. 4)
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FINNEGANS WAKEJames Joyce26h 27m$2 · $0.00
DublinerJames Joyce8h 20m$2 · $0.00
ExilJames Joyce4h 13m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Poetry of James JoyceJames Joyce2h 1m$2 · $0.00
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Stephen HeroJames Joyce33h 28m$2 · $0.00
A Portrait of the Artist as a Young ManJames Joyce10h 48m$2 · $0.00
DublinersJames Joyce7h 25m$2 · $0.00
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CHAMBER MUSICJames Joyce19m$1 · $0.00
THE COMPLETE POETICAL WORKS OF JAMES JOYCEJames Joyce2h 5m$1 · $0.00
ULYSSES (Modern Classics Series) (Annotated)James Joyce33h 16m$2 · $0.00
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RiversnowTess Thompson8h 11m$20
Supreme ClienteleAshley & JaQuavis8h 58m$20
Body Refinement in a Beast Tamer’s World, Book 1Seth Ring14h 7m$27
EmberJeffrey Wilson, Brian Andrews13h 58m$23
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