Review
His research is admirable and, for the foreseeable future, this short, readable book should be the major authority on an extrememly important period of Joyce's life....Recommended for undergraduate and graduate collections.Choice
Book Description
Much attention has been given to Joyce's life in Dublin and Paris, but his productive years in Trieste have not received the same attention. In a thoroughly documented account, Hartshorn presents a clear, accessible study of Joyce's love/hate relationship with the city, the work he produced there, and the influence of Trieste on his writing.
About the Author
PETER HARTSHORN is an English Instructor at Showa Institute in Boston.
James Joyce and Trieste FROM THE PUBLISHER
Much attention has been given to Joyce's life in Dublin and Paris, but his productive years in Trieste have not received the same attention. In a thoroughly documented account, Hartshorn presents a clear, accessible study of Joyce's love/hate relationship with the city, the work he produced there, and the influence of Trieste on his writing.
SYNOPSIS
A comprehensive account of Joyce's years in Trieste, which explores Joyce's love/hate relationship with the city, his literary development, Triestine friendships, and his political and religious views.
FROM THE CRITICS
Booknews
A detailed account of Joyce's 10 years in the city of Trieste before and after WWI. Gives background on the history and culture of the city, contrasting it to Joyce's native Dublin, and documents his love- hate relationship with the city and his associations with various people. Includes b&w photos. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.