Hidden Judaism in Joyce

SALON SPECIAL

David Stone wrote his PhD thesis looking at the Jewish underpinning of Joyce’s major works, using the texts of the works themselves, Joyce’s notebooks and to a lesser degree his letters, and external sources and readings. By approaching the works with a Jewish sensibility, Joyce’s pluralistic approach to religions can be highlighted; also, the underestimation by previous scholarship of the Jewish themes in his works. Other topics of general importance are ritual, race, and textual hermeneutics.

I have asked David to share a glimmer of his knowledge with Joyce readers in the Salon community. David will offer his reflections and open the space for questions and discussion. I appreciate the wonderful sharing of knowledge in the Salon and, in particular, David taking the time to put his thoughts together for this special event.

Toby