"Imagery and Symbolism are vital in the effect the novel has on the reader."

In the novel, A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce, the

author uses the tools of imagery and symbolism to give the reader a better

understanding of the author's emotions and ideas that are portrayed through

rudimentary symbols that have significant meanings. Such symbols include the use

of characters, colors, water, birds, and Stephen's last name, Dedalus.

James Joyce's utilization of different characters in the novel introduces the

various themes of the story. In the beginning chapters, the religious director, Father

Arnell is being apparently depicted as a high figured man, but in reality, he looks

deceptive and perceptive. Other characters are

understanding of the readers. Early in the novel, the reader comes along two colors,

cautious of every simple move he makes even when he goes to bed. He is

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Approximate Word count = 567
Approximate Pages = 2 (250 words per page double spaced)