INTRODUCTION This chapter is representation of a man who feels as though he is not only small but also unimportant, leaving no impact behind similar to a puff of smoke dissipating into the air. This is essentially the inner turmoil that consumes Little Chandler in this story. Just like how clouds and transparent and dissipate to
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INTRODUCTION his chapter demonstrates how the different opinions of nationalism and class vary throughout Ireland’s diverse demographics. One of the biggest divides in Irish society seen in this short story was the gap between generations. The old generation, highlighted by Chris Parnell, who is the man honored in Ivy Day, had so much more conviction and vigor
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irst published in 1914, James Joyce’s text is re-published here using the Project Gutenberg edition. Chapter introductions were written by students at Fordham University. Most images from Dublin City Libraries and Archive. The Sisters The Encounter Araby Eveline After the Race Two Gallants The Boarding House A Little Cloud Counterparts Clay A Painful Case Ivy Day in
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INTRODUCTION  Clay, Maria is a maid of Catholic faith that worked in a Protestant charity. The chapter specifically describes her day off, which consisted of a trip to the city to buy some sweets and a visit to her friend Joe. During the period described in the story, Ireland wasn’t its own independent country and
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