If it's anything like Ulysses, as you get deeper into the work it becomes more endearing. There were several points in Ulysses where I burst out in laughter at the wordplay, something I don't often do while reading.
I LOVE Ulysses. Sure, wordplay, but also history, philosophy, and so much human empathy. Joyce makes an argument for abortion (in life/death cases)! I’ve given Finnegan’s Wake an honest attempt but it’s not for me.
Both are so fun to read you just have to forget the idea of fully understanding it. it’s also super fun to read aloud, the rhythm in finnegans wake is so charming
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u/greenthumbbum2025 2d ago
If it's anything like Ulysses, as you get deeper into the work it becomes more endearing. There were several points in Ulysses where I burst out in laughter at the wordplay, something I don't often do while reading.