Struggles with selfidentity lead to existential crises from "summary" of DUBLINERS by James Joyce
The characters in "Dubliners" often find themselves grappling with the question of who they really are and what their place is in the world. This struggle with self-identity can lead them down a path of existential crisis, where they question the very meaning and purpose of their existence.
In the story "Araby," the young boy is consumed by his infatuation with his friend's sister, to the point where he loses sight of his own identity. He becomes obsessed with the idea of winning her affection, believing that it will give his life meaning and purpose. However, when he finally reaches the bazaar he realizes the futility of his pursuit, leading him to a moment of self-realization and existential crisis.
Similarly, in "A Little Cloud," the charact...
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