You can find the podcast called "The Prankquean and Jarl van Hoother" explaining Pages 21.05-23.15 (annotations on Chapter 1 above) of Finnegans Wake on Youtube:
The provided texts offer a detailed analysis of excerpts from James Joyce's Finnegans Wake, specifically pages 21.05-23.15 of Chapter 1. They illuminate the "tale of the Prankquean and Jarl van Hoother," a narrative deeply rooted in Irish legend, particularly the story of Grace O'Malley and the Baron of Howth. The sources break down the intricate wordplay, allusions, and multi-layered meanings within Joyce's prose, revealing connections to historical events, mythical figures like Adam and Eve, and literary works. Furthermore, they highlight Joyce's use of linguistic variations, dialect, and puns across several languages to enrich the narrative, often exploring themes of conflict, reconciliation, and the cyclical nature of history.
