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Routledge - Joyce's Love Stories by Christopher DeVault

Name: Routledge - Joyce's Love Stories by Christopher DeVault
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Explore the deep connection between personal affection and social responsibility in Joyce's Love Stories. In this academic study, Christopher DeVault examines how a consistent love ethic runs through the works of James Joyce. By applying Martin Buber's distinction between true love for others and narcissistic self-desire, DeVault provides a new way to look at these famous literary texts. The book examines how Joyce connects the personal lives of his characters to their political and social goals. DeVault shows that the ability to affirm loved ones often leads to a greater ability to affirm fellow citizens in Dublin. This study argues that the personal love found in Joyce's short stories and novels helps create a foundation for broader social compassion and a more progressive society. This is an essential resource for readers interested in literary theory and the study of James Joyce's complex characters.

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Analyzes the persistent love ethic found throughout the entire body of James Joyce's written works.

Uses Martin Buber's philosophical framework to distinguish between true love for others and narcissistic desire.

Examines the link between a character's personal relationships and their political or social pursuits.

Explores how personal affection in novels and short stories can lead to wider social compassion.

Provides a scholarly look at how Joyce's characters affirm both their loved ones and the people of Dublin.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1409442764
Category: Books > Subjects > Poetry, Drama & Criticism > History & Criticism > Literary Theory & Movements
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 10 April 2013
Listed Since: 27 December 2012

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