James Joyce's 'A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man' is a groundbreaking novel that delves deep into the consciousness of its protagonist, Stephen Dedalus. Using a modernist narrative style with stream-of-consciousness techniques, Joyce explores Dedalus' growth from childhood to young adulthood, his struggles with religion, nationalism, and personal identity. Set against the backdrop of early 20th century Ireland, the book is a reflection of the artist's journey towards self-realization and ...