José Vergara

José Vergara, an Assistant Professor of Russian at Bryn Mawr College, dives into the intriguing influence of James Joyce on Russian literature. He discusses how notable Russian writers like Nabokov and Olesha engage with Joyce's modernist themes, reflecting on literary lineage and cultural identity. Vergara highlights the complex interplay between admiration and critique among these authors, as well as the dynamic reception of Joyce's works in contemporary Russia. The conversation also touches on themes of identity, translation challenges, and Joyce's enduring legacy.