Stephen Hero

In «Stephen Hero,» James Joyce embarks on a semi-autobiographical exploration of the formative years of a young artist named Stephen Dedalus. This novel, written in Joyce's characteristic stream-of-consciousness style, offers a rich tapestry of vivid imagery and intricate character development, delving into themes of identity, self-discovery, and the clash between individual aspiration and societal expectation. Although ultimately abandoned in favor of its more polished successor, «A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man,» this work presents an essential glimpse into the evolution of Joyce's literary voice and... Edasi