The Dead is by James Joyce. This historical fiction novella is set around a family gathering in Dublin set on the feast of the Epiphany. Two elderly aunts throw a holiday party for their family and friends. Their nephew also attends with his wife and the story more or less follows them, although Joyce includes all the other party goers as well. The ending is moving and typical of Joyce's revelatory writing.
Ratings: 11th grade - 8 out of 10.
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