A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man

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The novel follows the religious and intellectual awakening of Stephen Dedalus, a character representing Joyce's own experiences. As he grapples with and ultimately rejects the Catholic and Irish conventions of his upbringing, Stephen embarks on a journey of self-discovery and rebellion. His struggle leads him to a profound decision to leave Ireland for Europe, reflecting themes of identity and artistic freedom within a modernist framework.