Joyce and Nabokov Studies in a Cross-Comparative Perspective

<p dir="ltr">This research explores the intricate literary landscapes of James Joyce and Vladimir Nabokov through a cross-comparative lens, highlighting their innovative narrative techniques, thematic preoccupations, and linguistic experimentation. By examining their key works, this study investigates how both authors grapple with the complexities of identity, memory, and artifice in their narratives. It delves into Joyce’s stream-of-consciousness style and Nabokov’s playful metafiction, revealing how each writer’s approach to form and structure challenges conventional storytelling. Furthermore, the research considers the cultural and historical contexts that shaped their respective writings, emphasizing the influence of modernism and postmodernism. Through a comparative analysis, this study aims to illuminate the dialogues between Joyce and Nabokov, offering fresh insights into their contributions to 20th-century literature and the enduring relevance of their works in contemporary literary discourse. Ultimately, this research seeks to enrich our understanding of narrative innovation and the interplay of textuality, inviting readers to reconsider the boundaries of literary tradition.</p>