Araby by James Joyce
In this poignant short story, a young boy in Dublin becomes infatuated with his friend's sister and dreams of buying her a gift from the exotic Araby bazaar to win her affection. As he navigates the mundane realities of his everyday life, his anticipation builds, only to be met with disillusionment when he finally arrives at the bazaar, which is closing down and far less enchanting than he imagined. The story captures the boy's awakening to the harsh realities of life and the loss of innocence, highlighting themes of idealism, desire, and the often disappointing nature of reality.
- Published
- 1914
- Nationality
- Irish
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 10-20
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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