This book review was written by Eugene Kernes
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Genre = Novel
Collection = Dubliners by James Joyce
Intriguing Connections = Get To Know The Peoples Of The World (Ireland)
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Is This An Overview?
Farrington is meant to copy a paper, and has already missed
a deadline. Farrington’s boss demands
the that copy be made soon. But
Farrington cannot seem to copy the paper beyond a certain line. Rather than proceed with work, Farrington
procrastinates. Drinks rather than
works. Failing to complete the copy. Gets reprimanded. Then heads with others to visit drinking
establishments. Why does Farrington fail
to make the appropriate copy?
Questions to Consider while Reading the Book
•What is the raison d’etre of the book? For what purpose did the author write the book? Why do people read this book?
•What are some limitations of the book?
•To whom would you suggest this book?
•Who is Farrington?
•What does Farrington do?
•Who is Mr. Alleyne?
•How does Farrington treat Farrington’s child?
Book Details
Publisher: Bantam Dell [Random House]
Edition ISBN: 9780553213805
Pages to read: 209
Publication: 2005
1st Edition: 1914
Format: Paperback
Ratings out of 5:
Readability 2
Content 2
Overall 1
