The story 'Araby' by James Joyce tells about a young boy who is in love with his friend's older sister. The boy lives with his aunt and uncle in a house that was once owned by a priest. The boy and his family live on a street that is very quiet except when the boy's school, the Christian Brothers, is over. At that time the boy and his friends play behind houses, in gardens and in horse stables. The boy adores his friend sister. He does not have the courage to talk to Mangan's (his friend) sister, so he admires her from afar. He watches for her daily and thinks somewhat romantic thoughts about her. One evening when she finally talks to him, the boy is so nervous he does not remember what he says to Mangan's sister. She asks if he is going to the bazaar, the Araby and he is unsure of his response.
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