The Dead Author:James Joyce From Joyce's DUBLINERS, this is probably his most well-known story: a sad tale, set at Christmastime, about marriage and loss. A New Year's Eve gathering in Dublin is the setting of this elegant, accessible masterpiece that ends with a signature epiphany by the protagonist, who offers a perspective on the lives, dreams, and feelings of the party... more »'s guests. 64 pages.« less