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James Joyce

Modernist author, referenced for stream of consciousness and character innovation.

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Also known as Joyce, D. H. Lawrence, Lawrence, James Joyce or D. H. Lawrence

First appearance: i introductory

James Joyce shows up with force in VI: Fantasy. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Discussed as a fantasist; his Ulysses is analyzed as a mythological framework for a modern journey, though Forster finds its indignation ultimately unsuccessful.
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In VI: Fantasy: Discussed as a fantasist; his Ulysses is analyzed as a mythological framework for a modern journey, though Forster finds its indignation ultimately unsuccessful. Later, in VII: Prophecy: Mentioned as a…

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HMHerman MelvilleUNUnknown NarratorMNMr. Norman Dou…ULUlyssesTHThe HeroineJJJames Joyce

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Character groups

  • Psychological depth and prophetic vision
  • Protagonist
  • Diverse characters and narrative theory
  • Modernist character and mythic structure
  • Realism, depth, and narrative pattern

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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