A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man

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 follows the intellectual and emotional development of Stephen Dedalus, a young boy growing up in late 19th-century Ireland. The novel is a semi-autobiographical work, reflecting Joyce’s own struggles with identity, religion, and artistic expression. The story begins with Stephen’s early childhood, focusing on his…

White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War

White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War

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White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War is a novel by Herman Melville, published in 1850. The story follows the experiences of an unnamed sailor aboard the USS Neversink, a warship in the U.S. Navy. The narrative is presented in the form of a first-person account, providing readers with an intimate glimpse into life…