Here's why:
* Short Stories: "Dubliners" is a collection of fifteen short stories, making it easier to digest than Joyce's longer, more complex works like "Ulysses" or "Finnegans Wake."
* Relatable Themes: The stories explore universal themes like love, loss, family, and the search for meaning, making them accessible to a wide audience.
* Clear Prose: While Joyce's later works are known for their experimental style, the prose in "Dubliners" is relatively straightforward and easy to follow.
* Concise Structure: Each story is self-contained, allowing readers to enjoy them individually or as part of the collection.
While "Dubliners" is considered the most approachable, it's worth noting that Joyce's writing, even in his earlier works, is still considered challenging and rewarding. If you're interested in exploring more of Joyce's work, "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man" is another good starting point.