Abstract
This thesis examines literary parallax as a critical lens for understanding character perception in James Joyce’s Ulysses, specifically focusing on Leopold Bloom. Drawing parallels from astronomical parallax, the essay argues that Joyce employs this scientific concept as a sophisticated literary technique to represent the multifaceted nature of the human conscious. By juxtaposing Leopold Bloom’s internal monologues with his external actions and observations, the novel compels readers to combine shifting perspectives, consequently revealing the inherent ambiguity of the human experience and heroism of ordinary life.