... fullest, and vows not to be constrained by the boundaries of his family, his nation and his religion. Stephen moves on to the university, where he develops a number of strong friendships, and is especially close with a young man named Cranly, in whom he confides his thoughts and feelings. In this sense, Cranly represents a secular confessor for Stephen. Eventually, Cranly begins to ... , he does not understand Stephen's need for absolute freedom. Indeed, to Cranly, leaving behind all the trappings of society would be terribly lonely. It is the difference that separates the true artist, S...

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