... life since the novel's protagonist also faces problems he must determine how to overcome; Stephen desires to flee from Ireland, yet he seems disinterested in advice or suggestions from family, religious figures, or fellow students. Stephen attempts to make his dream come true, yet he overestimates his own abilities ... he breaks free from the constraints, especially family-related, and discovers who he is. Stephen's family experiences financial troubles and must relocate to Dublin. The symbol of flight recurs when Stephen does not understand why his father has so many enemies, and Stephe...

• Word Count: 1228
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School