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A Centennial Celebration of Ulysses

Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at 4:00 PM CST

ESU invites you to a special Happy Hour celebrating the 100^th anniversary of the publication of James Joyce's masterpiece novel—Ulysses. This Happy Hour is Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at 4:00 PM Central Time. This is a free program, but registration is required.

James Joyce (1882-1941) was an Irish novelist, short story writer, poet, and literary critic. He contributed to the modernist avant-garde movement and is regarded as one of the most influential and important writers of the 20th century.

His novel, Ulysses, was published in Paris February 2, 1922. This year, February 2, 2022, is Joyce's 140^th birthday. Ulysses is considered one of the most important works of modernist literature. The novel is highly allusive and imitates the styles of different periods of English literature.

Since its publication, the book has attracted controversy and scrutiny, ranging from an obscenity trial in the United States in 1921 to protracted textual "Joyce Wars." The novel uses a stream of consciousness technique, careful structuring, and experimental prose—replete with puns, parodies, and allusions—as well as its rich characterization and broad humor.

Bill Kennedy, president of the ESU Cleveland Branch, will provide guidance and insight into what has been called the greatest novel of the 20th century, the beginning of 'Modernism' in literature, and perhaps the greatest novel ever written. Hopefully, we can all engage in a discussion of the book and its place in English literature.

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