Araby by James Joyce

Araby

James Joyce

25 pages first pub 1914 (editions)

fiction classics short stories reflective slow-paced

Description

One of Ireland’s most famous writers was James Joyce, a novelist and poet who’s best known for his avant garde classic Ulysses, which was inspired by The Odyssey but written in a completely modern, stream of conscience way. Joyce was also acclaime...

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Community Reviews Summary of 535 reviews

Moods

reflective 65%
emotional 40%
sad 30%
lighthearted 25%
mysterious 20%
challenging 10%
dark 10%
tense 10%
funny 5%
hopeful 5%
inspiring 5%
relaxing 5%

Pace

slow 43%
medium 30%
fast 26%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 83% | A mix: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 27%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 61% | No: 22% | Yes: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 77% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 5% | Yes: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 36% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 21% | N/A: 10%

Average rating

3.34

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