The author most likely mentions James Joyce’s childhood, family, and education to serve what purpose?

A.To suggest that he had to write in order to make a living

B.To suggest that he became a writer because of his father’s influence

C.To provide the background and cultural context for his literary work

D.To provide evidence that his literary genius was present when he was a child

E.To explain his opposition to Catholicism and socialism in his later life