Joyce Playing Rimbaud in Paris

Joyce Playing Rimbaud in Paris

Death and Exile

This picture was taken in 1902 when Joyce was on his first exile as a victimized artists. During this time, Joyce spent a great deal of time writing poetry and trying to establish himself as a writer. Further, this image is on a postcard that Joyce had printed.

James Joyce

Worcester Public Library

Joyce via printing press

1902

Worcester County Poetry Association

Public

Postcard

English

Joyce in Paris 1902

Like Stephen in "Proteus," Joyce's time in Paris was cut short due to his mother's illness. Further, this time away from home was a significant period in Joyce's life where he was able to explore many artistic avenues with some famous mentors.