Homosocial bonds in Joyce's "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man" and "Ulysses"

Table of Contents

I. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of the Study

1.2 Statement of the Problem

1.3 Research Objectives

1.4 Research Questions

1.5 Methodology

1.6 Scope of the Study

1.7 Limitations of the Study

1.8 Significance of the Study

1.9 Definition of Terms

1.10 Conclusion

II. LITERATURE REVIEW

2.1 Introduction

2.2 Homophobia and Homosociality

2.3 Homosociality and Sexuality

2.4 Ulysses and Masculinity

2.5 Ulysses and Masculine Nationalism

2.6 A Portrait of the Artist as a Young man and Gender

2.7 Public Intimacy and Homosociality

2.8 Masculinity and Homosociality

2.9 Triangles and Homosociality

III. RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS

A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man

3.1 Introduction

3.2 Stephen in School

3.3 Stephen in Family

3.4 Stephen in University

Ulysses

3.5 Introduction

3.6 Stephen Dedalus

3.7 Leopold Bloom

3.8 Sense of Fatherhood

3.9 Triangle Love: Split-object triangle

3.10 Conclusion

IV. CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

4.2 Conclusion

4.3 Recommendations

Research Objectives & Themes

This study analyzes the absence of homosocial desire in the protagonists Stephen Dedalus and Leopold Bloom within James Joyce's novels "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man" and "Ulysses," investigating how this lack of homosocial connection contributes to their alienation and exploring ways in which they seek to resolve these social deficits.

• Analysis of homosocial desire and its impact on male-to-male relationships.
• Exploration of alienation and solitude in Stephen Dedalus and Leopold Bloom.
• Investigation of the role of paternity and fatherhood in overcoming social barriers.
• Application of Eve Kosofsky Sedgwick’s theoretical framework regarding gender and homosociality.
• Evaluation of internal and external factors influencing character development in Modernist literature.

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Summary of Chapters

I. INTRODUCTION: Outlines the background of the study, identifies the research problem, objectives, questions, methodology, and provides a definition of key terms used in the research.

II. LITERATURE REVIEW: Examines existing scholarly works on homosociality, masculinity, and gender in Joyce’s novels to establish a theoretical foundation.

III. RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS: Provides a detailed analysis of Stephen Dedalus in "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man" and both Stephen and Leopold Bloom in "Ulysses" through the lens of homosociality.

IV. CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Summarizes findings regarding the protagonists' isolation and suggests future research directions in sociological and literary studies of Joyce.

Keywords

Homosociality, James Joyce, A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, Ulysses, Stephen Dedalus, Leopold Bloom, Eve Kosofsky Sedgwick, Masculinity, Paternity, Alienation, Solitude, Gender Studies, Modernist Literature, Love Triangle, Social Bonds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the central focus of this research?

The research examines the homosocial desire, or lack thereof, in the protagonists Stephen Dedalus and Leopold Bloom within James Joyce's major novels.

Which specific theme links the two protagonists?

The study highlights how both characters experience alienation and struggle with their identities, often searching for father-son connections to bridge their social isolation.

What is the primary research objective?

The objective is to determine why these characters suffer from a lack of homosociality and how they might potentially improve their social relationships.

Which theoretical method is utilized?

The study employs the homosociality theory developed by Eve Kosofsky Sedgwick to analyze male-male relationships and social bonds.

What is the main subject matter covered in the results section?

It covers Stephen's experiences in school, family, and university, and analyzes Bloom's situation, focusing on his masculinity, sense of fatherhood, and his experience with love triangles.

Which keywords characterize the work?

Keywords include homosociality, masculinity, paternity, alienation, and Modernist literature, among others.

How does Stephen's upbringing affect his social behavior?

Stephen's background in a household dominated by female figures and a lack of same-age male peers leaves him ill-equipped for homosocial interactions, leading to deep feelings of isolation.

How does the "Triangle Love" concept apply to Leopold Bloom?

It examines Bloom's position in a split-object love triangle involving his wife, Molly, and her manager, Blazes Boylan, which impacts his masculinity and social standing.