"And you begin to accept your defeat with your head up and you eyes open, with the grace of an adult, not the grief of a child"(Shoffstall, After A While). Araby written by James Joyce illustrates the coming of age of a young teen boy who learns that falling in love isn't all that wonderful. During the adolescence age, teens believe they know everything, when in reality they are just beginning to learn and adapt to hard situations in this world. Growing up seems like an enjoyable moment in life but there are responsibilities that come with. Through difficult times, growth becomes valuable to the character, leading to a coming of age increasing the understanding of the being. The undeveloped boy, begins to set priorities