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The stream of consciousness novel emerged as a revolutionary narrative technique in the early 20th century, capturing the fragmented, fluid nature of human thought amid the chaos of modernity. This research article explores its role in reflecting modern anxieties—war, industrialization, and psychological dislocation—through works by James Joyce, Virginia Woolf, and William Faulkner. By delving into the inner lives of characters, these novels subvert traditional linear storytelling, offering profound insights into consciousness and society. Using close textual analysis from key editions—Ulysses (Vintage, 1990), Mrs. Dalloway (Harcourt, 1925), and The Sound and the Fury (Vintage, 1990)—the study examines how stream of consciousness mirrors the modern age's epistemological shifts. Quotations with page numbers illustrate its innovative form. The findings highlight its enduring influence on literature, psychology, and cultural critique, suggesting avenues for contemporary applications in digital narratives.
Keywords:
stream of consciousness, modern age, James Joyce, Virginia Woolf, William Faulkner, narrative technique, psychological realism, fragmentation, interior monologue, modernism.
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"The Role of the Stream of Consciousness Novel in the Modern Age", International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation (www.ijrti.org), ISSN:2456-3315, Vol.10, Issue 10, page no.a837-a842, October-2025, Available :http://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2510089.pdf
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2456-3315 | IMPACT FACTOR: 8.14 Calculated By Google Scholar| ESTD YEAR: 2016
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