James Joyce’s Grandson Stephen and Literature’s Most Tyrannical Estate

In a story of frustration—and ultimately, triumph—Gordon Bowker recounts the many hazards he faced writing his new biography of James Joyce; the biggest Cyclops of all is the author’s litigious grandson, Stephen. Plus, to celebrate Bloomsday, how Fifty Shades of Grey is like Ulysses, and librarians who hated Joyce.

Gordon Bowker

Published Jun. 14 2012 4:45AM EDT 

Gordon Bowker

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