Joyce's Uncertainty Principle

Phillip Herring explores the distinction between solvable issues and insurmountable enigmas in Joyce studies, making his work accessible to newcomers while offering deep insights for specialists. He posits that Joyce established an uncertainty principle in his early work, particularly in "Dubliners," and continued to craft unresolved mysteries in his groundbreaking novel, "Finnegans Wake." Herring's witty approach and comprehensive background material enrich the reader's understanding of Joyce's literary innovations and complexities.