A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce
This novel is a semi-autobiographical account of a young man's intellectual and artistic development in late 19th-century Ireland. The protagonist struggles with issues of identity, faith, and nationality, ultimately rejecting the traditional values of his Catholic upbringing to pursue his own path as an artist. The book is renowned for its innovative narrative style and its exploration of themes such as individuality, freedom, and the nature of art.
The 69th greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 2528
Since this book was first published in 1916, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 2528.0.
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