A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man

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A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man

by James Joyce

A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce is a coming-of-age novel following Stephen Dedalus as he grows from a sensitive child into a young man determined to become an artist. Set against the cultural, religious, and…

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A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce is a coming-of-age novel following Stephen Dedalus as he grows from a sensitive child into a young man determined to become an artist. Set against the cultural, religious, and political tensions of Ireland, the novel explores identity, faith, family, and the struggle for creative freedom. Joyce’s innovative style reflects Stephen’s changing consciousness as he gradually breaks away from the expectations of society to pursue his own artistic path.

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A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce is a coming-of-age novel following Stephen Dedalus as he grows from a sensitive child into a young man determined to become an artist. Set against the cultural, religious, and political tensions of Ireland, the novel explores identity, faith, family, and the struggle for creative freedom. Joyce’s innovative style reflects Stephen’s changing consciousness as he gradually breaks away from the expectations of society to pursue his own artistic path.

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Published
10 September 2026
Format
Book
Extent
5 chapters
Language
EN
Chapters
5
Language
English
On Lithril
September 2026

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