Karen
I read Dubliners in college, so long ago that I barely remembered the experience. Now I've read it again for my book club and I think I probably found it pretty opaque the first time around. So much meaning is not explicitly stated, but needs to be gleaned from context or background knowledge. The people in the stories are living somewhat grim lives, with alcoholism, loneliness, poverty, and other kinds of desperation. In almost every story, someone is trying to get away with something. I didn't feel kindly toward many of the characters, but I appreciate the artistry of the book.
I read Dubliners in college, so long ago that I barely remembered the experience. Now I've read it again for my book club and I think I probably found it pretty opaque the first time around. So much meaning is not explicitly stated, but needs to be gleaned from context or background knowledge. The people in the stories are living somewhat grim lives, with alcoholism, loneliness, poverty, and other kinds of desperation. In almost every story, someone is trying to get away with something. I didn't feel kindly toward many of the characters, but I appreciate the artistry of the book.