Ulysses by James Joyce: Great Books Explained
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This video is dedicated to my great friends, and Joyce aficionado's Jean and Derry O'Sullivan.
Even before James Joyce’s Ulysses was published it was causing trouble. Short excerpts appeared in a review magazine, and the US postal service claiming it was pornography refused to deliver the magazines and then burnt all the copies.
Any publisher that thought about publishing Ulysses had to weigh up the possibility of being prosecuted for obscenity against the potential of bringing a masterpiece into the world. Most publishers wouldn’t touch it, but Sylvia Beach, owner of the Shakespeare and Co. bookshop in Paris, decided the risk was worth taking, and in 1922 Ulysses was published in Paris.
It is famously hard to read, and many never finish it, but the novel would go on to triumph over the criticism and censorship, to become one of the most highly regarded works of art in the 20th century.
Nothing much happens in Ulysses, two men wander around Dublin, and a woman lies in bed thinking, that’s it! But it is the story telling, the language and the humour that makes it a work of genius.
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SUBTITLES
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Spanish Subtitles by Alma Perdomo (gracias!)
CREDITS
Opening Animation and Title Sequence by Brian Adsit (instagram instagram.com/brian_vfx?utm_m... and Behance www.behance.com/badsit88)
Sound Mix by Oscar Sidoff Rydelius (Thank you!)
ACTORS
Aonghus Weber @cityactors
Helen Sheehan
"Theme" music: JS Bach “Sonata for violin solo No.1 in G Minor”
Other - Stravinsky The Rite of Spring
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Clip of Dublin: Dermot O'Brien
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コメント (21)
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I read the book when I was very young. Now, as a still-young but already seasoned middle-aged person :), I think I have to read it again. It must be a different experience when you read this work at this stage of your life, a point when you have already abandoned any hope for immortality, have a long relationship behind you, have children to take care of, and know that having them means, at the same time, happiness and entering the world of those who have a lot to lose. You also know, for certain, that you will have to make concessions, that you won't be a hero, and that you have nothing under control. I have to read this great work again. This is a great channel. Please do more content like this. The world needs it.
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It is important for a new channel that you please leave a comment (what book are you reading now? What is your favourite book etc), as it helps promote the channel! I REALLY appreciate your continued support - and WECOME to Great Books Explained!
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This was the hardest to read book I ever picked up. The changing writing styles was difficult to adjust to. Thank you James for making the book more understandable.
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This is a book I thought I would never want to read but now I do. Your channels are so life enriching.
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I read this book every 10 years. I've read it five times so far, and I hope to accomplish at least one more before it's time to say goodbye
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My father, a WWII surgeon, a genius in his own right, memorized this. Unbelievable.
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I'm really into art and literature so these two channels are just perfect! Will try to support you in the future! ❤
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The most unread book in the English language
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So happy you decided to create this channel on top of the great art channel. Can’t wait to watch it!
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I'm reading Ulysses right now. Strange book. This talk is bringing clarity. Thank you.
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It's a difficult book to read, but it's a terrific book to listen to. It really is musical. For anyone interested, try the BBC's James Joyce collection.
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I am ecstatic that you have expanded. I am a casual appreciator of art and literature, and you have shared so much knowledge and joy with me through your videos. I look forward to more to come!
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Using the rite of spring periodically was a genius move! In terms of its critical reception, it's almost like the ballet/symphony version of Ulysses. Both works were lambasted when they first appeared and were the subjects of massive public outcry but a small few groups of people then and many more now were and are able to see them for the innovative masterpieces they are. Great work!
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Thanks for all your hard work. I’ve adored the topics and evolution of this channel. It’s exactly what the world needs.
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You've done it again, James. Opened my eyes to more wonderful things.
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What is a book YOU would like me to consider for Great Books Explained?
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I am excited for this new series! I read Ulysses for the first time in High School, and hated it. But my English teacher told me to please reread it later on. I’m So glad that I have ❤ I found that once I had a truly open mind that this masterpiece became much more enjoyable. I also have written notes each time (over 30 years), and go back occasionally to see my growth as a reader- and as a Human.
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I love the way, James Joyce, writes I love the stream of consciousness. I loved it in high school. I love it today.
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We all have to thank you for your amazing, spectacular work of spreading knowledge in a so captivating and riveting way. I barely can imagine how search and readings you do in order to create such insightful videos. Seriously, thank you so much, you've made me a better person and I think the world should have more humans like you!
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Love your expansion to exploring books! Making artworks accessible, and divulging their secrets through your own brand of storytelling, research and editing is valuable work. Big thanks!
