The novel Ulysses by James Joyce was published by Sylvia Beach on February 2, 1922, Joyce’s 40th birthday. The novel chronicles one day in the life of Leopold Bloom; that day was June 16, 1904 in Dublin.
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The novel is highly allusive and also imitates the styles of different periods of English literature. Since its publication, the book has attracted controversy and scrutiny, ranging from an obscenity trial in the United States in 1921 to protracted textual “Joyce Wars.” The novel’s stream-of-consciousness technique, careful structuring, and experimental prose—replete with puns, parodies, and allusions—as well as its rich characterisation and broad humour have led it to be regarded as one of the greatest literary works in history; Joyce fans worldwide now celebrate 16 June as Bloomsday.’
Chapeau, Mr Joyce.
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