The Conscience of James Joyce

Exploring the complexities of James Joyce's life and work, this study reveals him as an Irishman deeply influenced by his Catholic roots, despite his rejection of them. Rather than being a purely radical figure, Joyce is portrayed as someone who achieved a unique comic perspective on human folly throughout his literary journey, from early poems to masterpieces like Ulysses and Finnegans Wake. Mr. O'Brien challenges the notion of Joyce as merely a moral revolutionary, presenting a nuanced view of his artistic evolution and thematic depth.