★The first of the 100 best English novels of the 20th century, the third complete translation in the Chinese-speaking world after the translations by Xiao Qian, Wen Jieruo and Jin Di
★This edition of "Ulysses" comes with more than 500 pages of translation notes by Mr. Liu Xiangyu "Translating the "Untranslatable" Heavenly Book - Translation of "Ulysses"", which comprehensively discusses how modern classics like "Ulysses" should be translated, from translation theory to specific translation techniques and word consideration.
[About the author] James Augustine Aloysius Joyce (1882-1941), an Irish novelist and poet, is recognized as the master and master who has the most profound influence on modernist literature in the twentieth century. He is even hailed as the greatest writer in the history of English literature after Shakespeare.
[Introduction] James Augustine Aloysius Joyce (1882-1941), an Irish novelist and poet, is recognized as the master and master who has the most profound influence on modernist literature in the twentieth century. He is even hailed as the greatest writer in the history of English literature after Shakespeare.
"Ulysses" is a representative work of stream-of-consciousness novels and a classic of modern novels. It was ranked first among the 100 best English novels of the 20th century. In order to express respect for this masterpiece, June 16, the date when the plot of the novel takes place, has been established as "Bloom Day", and commemorative activities are held every year.
In chronological order, the novel describes the various real experiences and thoughts of the protagonist, Leopold Blum, a depressed and hesitant Dublin citizen and advertising salesman, in Dublin during the day and night of June 16, 1904. Joyce compared Bloom's one-day wandering on the streets of Dublin to Odysseus (i. E. Ulysses)'s ten years at sea, while depicting his unfaithful wife Molly and the psychological journey of "Stephen Hero" in search of his spiritual father. The novel makes extensive use of detailed descriptions and stream-of-consciousness techniques to construct an intertwined and messy time and space, forming a unique style in language.
This book is the third complete translation in the Chinese-speaking world after the translations by Xiao Qian, Wen Jieruo and Jin Di. Mr. Liu Xiangyu spent more than twenty years concentrating on the translation. It can be said that he worked hard, devoted himself to it, and revised the manuscript several times before finally completing it. In addition to the text of "Ulysses", this edition of "Ulysses" comes with more than 500 pages of translation notes by Mr. Liu Xiangyu, "Translating the "Untranslatable" Heavenly Book—The Translation of "Ulysses"", which comprehensively discusses how modern classics like "Ulysses" should be translated, from translation theory to specific translation techniques and word considerations.
Reader comments
"Ulysses" is not only James Joyce's masterpiece, but also a milestone in modernist literature. With its complex structure and unique stream-of-consciousness technique, this novel challenges the traditional rules of novel writing and demonstrates Joyce's profound insight into the human inner world.
First of all, I was attracted by Joyce's unique writing style in "Ulysses". The novel is full of various complicated terms and complex language structures, which not only reflects Joyce's literary talent, but also requires readers to put in more patience and effort during the reading process. But it is this challenge that allows readers to explore the themes and meanings of the novel more deeply.
The two protagonists, Stephen and Bloom, are actually searching for their own identity in the process of searching for their father and son. Stephen's alienation from his father, Simon Dedalus, reflects his rebellion against traditional patriarchal society. Bloom, on the other hand, seeks a son to solidify his identity and perpetuate his legacy. This search for father and son not only reveals their inner struggles, but also illustrates the universal problem of identity among humans.
In Ulysses, Joyce presents a microcosm of human society by depicting a single event that occurred within a day. Through meticulous descriptions of daily life, he reveals the sorrow and joy of human society, the coexistence of heroes and cowards, and the coexistence of grandeur and dullness. This in-depth exploration of daily life enables readers to see their own reflections and feel the reality and complexity of life.
In addition, "Ulysses", as a representative work of stream-of-consciousness novels, is undoubtedly a breakthrough in traditional novel writing. The stream of consciousness technique enables the novel to more truly reflect the character's inner world, allowing readers to deeply understand the character's feelings and thoughts. This technique not only enhances the artistry of the novel, but also enables readers to explore the inner world of human beings more deeply.
As I read Ulysses, I was deeply inspired by its language, themes, and techniques. It not only allowed me to re-examine the development of modern novels, but also gave me a deeper understanding of the inner world of human beings. For those who like reading, "Ulysses" is undoubtedly a classic worth reading again and again.
This book is very in-depth and the writing method of stream of consciousness is very unique! The protagonist's wandering on the streets of Dublin seemed to let me experience his inner world. I kinda hate his unfaithful wife Molly, though. The detailed description and interlacing of time and space in the story are really wonderful, and the translation is also great! It feels like watching a poetic movie.
This is the second version of "Ulysses" that I have read, and it feels like there are a lot less annotations than the previous version.
"Ulysses" is not only James Joyce's masterpiece, but also a milestone in modernist literature. With its complex structure and unique stream-of-consciousness technique, this novel challenges the traditional rules of novel writing and demonstrates Joyce's profound insight into the human inner world. First of all, I was attracted by Joyce's unique writing style in "Ulysses". The novel is full of various complicated terms and complex language structures, which not only reflects Joyce's literary talent, but also requires readers to put in more patience and effort during the reading process. But it is this challenge that allows readers to explore the themes and meanings of the novel more deeply. The two protagonists, Stephen and Bloom, are actually searching for their own identity in the process of searching for their father and son. Stephen's alienation from his father, Simon Dedalus, reflects his rebellion against traditional patriarchal society. Bloom, on the other hand, seeks a son to solidify his identity and perpetuate his legacy. This search for father and son not only reveals their inner struggles, but also illustrates the universal problem of identity among humans. In Ulysses, Joyce presents a microcosm of human society by depicting a single event that occurred within a day. Through meticulous descriptions of daily life, he reveals the sorrow and joy of human society, the coexistence of heroes and cowards, and the coexistence of grandeur and dullness. This in-depth exploration of daily life enables readers to see their own reflections and feel the reality and complexity of life. In addition, "Ulysses", as a representative work of stream-of-consciousness novels, is undoubtedly a breakthrough in traditional novel writing. The stream of consciousness technique enables the novel to more truly reflect the character's inner world, allowing readers to deeply understand the character's feelings and thoughts. This technique not only enhances the artistry of the novel, but also enables readers to explore the inner world of human beings more deeply. As I read Ulysses, I was deeply inspired by its language, themes, and techniques. It not only allowed me to re-examine the development of modern novels, but also gave me a deeper understanding of the inner world of human beings. For those who like reading, "Ulysses" is undoubtedly a classic worth reading again and again.
This book is very in-depth and the writing method of stream of consciousness is very unique! The protagonist's wandering on the streets of Dublin seemed to let me experience his inner world. I kinda hate his unfaithful wife Molly, though. The detailed description and interlacing of time and space in the story are really wonderful, and the translation is also great! It feels like watching a poetic movie.
This is the second version of "Ulysses" that I have read, and it feels like there are a lot less annotations than the previous version.
James Joyce - my spiritual guide.