The point would be to have story and sickness reflect on each other to increase understanding of the human condition, maybe in a big way. ... Finally, there is some special information to be gained from looking at sickness as a series of chapters in the ongoing narrative of a life. ...
Joyce does this subtlety, allowing the reader to gain unconsciously an idea of Chandlers perceptions, which are centered around himself. ... The fact that Joyce makes sure the reader is aware of the way he takes his whiskey is important to understanding the story. ...