Annotations to James Joyce's Ulysses

This book provides over 12,000 annotations to explain references and allusions in James Joyce's Ulysses, making it accessible to novices and scholars alike. It covers a wide range of topics, including literary allusions, slang, foreign language words, Catholic ritual and theology, Irish history, Theosophy, Freemasonry, cricket, astronomy, fashion, boxing, heraldry, tattoos, horse racing, advertising slogans, nursery rhymes, superstitions, music-hall songs, and Dublin topography. The annotations reflect the latest scholarship and include documentation about sources.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 1424 pages
Publication date: 02 February 2024
Publisher: Oxford University Press

James Joyce's Ulysses is a rich tapestry of references that can sometimes bewilder its readers. To navigate this intricate literary landscape, this comprehensive volume offers over 12,000 individual annotations, more than doubling the word count of the original masterpiece. Designed with accessibility in mind, it caters to both novice enthusiasts and scholarly scholars alike. Spanning a vast array of information, the annotations encompass a diverse range of literary allusions, including Shakespeare, Aristotle, Dante, Aquinas, slang from various eras and regions, foreign language words and phrases, Hiberno-English expressions, Catholic ritual and theology, Irish histories, Theosophy, Freemasonry, cricket, astronomy, fashion, boxing, heraldry, the symbolism of tattoos, horse racing, advertising slogans, nursery rhymes, superstitions, music-hall songs, precise references to Dublin topography, and much more.

The annotations in this volume are the result of extensive research and are meticulously reviewed by an international team of experts. They are carefully crafted to be accessible to first-time readers and college students, while also serving as a valuable resource for Joycean specialists. Notably, almost every note includes comprehensive documentation about the sources, ensuring a thorough and scholarly exploration of the text.

In addition to the annotations, the volume includes contemporaneous maps of Dublin, providing a visual representation of the cityscape's relevance to Joyce's novel. These maps enhance the reader's understanding of the literary context and add depth to the interpretative journey.

This extraordinary volume stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of James Joyce and his masterpiece, Ulysses. It offers a comprehensive and accessible guide to the rich tapestry of references within the text, enabling readers to fully appreciate the depth and complexity of Joyce's writing. Whether you are a seasoned scholar or a newcomer to the world of Joyce, thisannotation-rich edition is a must-have for anyone seeking to delve deeper into the enigmatic world of Ulysses.

Weight: 2076g
Dimension: 366 x 261 x 52 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780198912750