The Boarding House agitated state, we learn through Doran’s memories that she initiated the relationship. After Doran leaves the room, Polly seems content, suggesting that she was putting on a show of anguish for his sake. The story closes with Mrs. Mooney calling Polly down so that Mr. Doran can speak to her. The Boarding House "The Boarding House" is a short story by James Joyce published in his 1914 collection "Dubliners." Mrs. Mooney, separated from her husband, a butcher who descended into alcoholism, runs a boarding house for working men. Her daughter Polly entertains the boarders by singing and flirting with them.
James Joyce (congressman) James Joyce (congressman) James Joyce (July 2, 1870 – March 25, 1931) was a U.S. Representative from Ohio. Born in Cumberland, Ohio, Joyce attended the common schools. He taught school in Cumberland and Pleasant City, Ohio, and also studied law. He entered the Cincinnati Law School in 1891 and was graduated in 1892. He was admitted to the bar at Columbus, Ohio, on March 3, 1892. Superintendent of the Senecaville (Ohio) High School 1893–1895. Began the active practice of law in Cambridge, Ohio, in 1895. He served as member of the State house of representatives 1896–1900. He served as delegate