Ulysses Quote by James Joyce
““I was able to correct the first half of Ulysses for the third edition and to read the first two volumes recommendés by Mr Schiff of A la Recherche des Ombrelles Perdues par Plusieurs Jeunes Filles en Fleurs du Côté de chez Swann et Gomorrhée et Co. par Marcelle Proyce et James Joust.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Ulysses, 3rd edition, 1922
Joyce describes his editorial work and references literary titles, reflecting on the complexity of textual correction and intertextuality.
In simple terms: He edited Ulysses and mentions other works.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate the layered nature of literature.
Themes
literature
editing
intertextuality
Mood
reflective
intellectual
Type
literary
scholarly
When to use this quote
- academic publishing
- translation
- archival research
Key Concepts
textual criticism
literary history
Questions to Reflect On
- How does intertextual reference shape meaning?
- What challenges arise in revising classic texts?
A Different Perspective
Editing can never fully capture an author's intent.
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