A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man

The paperback shows signs of wear, particularly along the edges and corners, consistent with its age. The cover is intact but has some scuffs and creases. There is no dust jacket, and the binding remains solid. Pages are clean without inscriptions or library markings.

This Compass Books Edition of "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man" by James Joyce was published by The Viking Press in New York, January 1962. A significant work in the modernist canon, Joyce's novel explores the intellectual and philosophical development of Stephen Dedalus, a young man growing up in Ireland. This edition, the eighteenth printing, reflects the enduring popularity of Joyce's early work, offering readers a window into the formative years of one of literature's most influential authors. The book is a paperback with visible wear but remains intact, making it a suitable addition for collectors interested in mid-20th-century reprints of classic literary works. The absence of a dust jacket and signs of wear suggest it was cherished by previous owners, adding historical character to this particular copy.