Ulysses Unbound

A Reader's Companion to James Joyce's Ulysses

Terence Killeen author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd

Published:20th Jan '22

Should be back in stock very soon

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This insightful guide to Ulysses unravels its complexities, providing essential context and analysis for readers of all backgrounds.

In Ulysses Unbound, Terence Killeen offers a thorough exploration of James Joyce's seminal work, Ulysses. Known for its intricate narrative and rich themes, Ulysses often intimidates readers with its complexity. Killeen's guide breaks down these barriers, providing clarity and insight that appeals to both newcomers and seasoned scholars alike. This comprehensive analysis not only examines the text itself but also delves into its historical context, tracing the journey from its creation to its lasting impact on literature.

The new edition of Ulysses Unbound celebrates the centenary of Ulysses' first publication in 1922. Killeen artfully combines detailed literary analysis with engaging storytelling, making the book accessible and enjoyable. Readers will discover the diverse themes, styles, and voices that Joyce masterfully weaves throughout his narrative. Killeen also brings to life the real individuals who influenced the characters, enriching the understanding of Joyce's creative process.

With a foreword by acclaimed author Colm Tóibín, Ulysses Unbound stands as an essential companion for anyone looking to deepen their appreciation of one of the twentieth century's most important literary works. Whether you are a student, a teacher, or a lifelong fan of Joyce, this guide promises to unveil the wonders of Ulysses in a way that is both illuminating and entertaining.

Killeen's impulse is to create a commentary on Ulysses that opens the book for anyone to read. He writes clearly; his companion to Ulysses makes the book easier to follow without simplifying anything. His book is not his own insistent interpretation of Ulysses; rather, it is a guide for others that is systematic and supremely helpful. Each reader will have different moments when Ulysses Unbound becomes essential ... it comes to our aid most practically and succinctly.

-- Colm Tóibín
Striking a balance between adequate explication and merciful concision, Killeen's considered, low-key style has already proven illuminating for both academic and general readers. -- Emer Nolan * Times Literary Suppleme

ISBN: 9780141999760

Dimensions: 197mm x 130mm x 20mm

Weight: 261g

352 pages