À la recherche du temps perdu

by Marcel Proust

Overview

"À la recherche du temps perdu" (In Search of Lost Time), often simply referred to as "Proust's In Search of Lost Time," is a monumental novel by the French writer Marcel Proust. It was published in multiple volumes from 1913 to 1927. This novel is a profound exploration of human consciousness, memory, and the passage of time. The narrator, who remains unnamed, reflects on his life, his experiences, and the people he has known. The story is known for its intricate and often intricate narrative style, where the smallest details and memories are examined with great depth and sensitivity. The novel is structured into several volumes, including "Swann's Way," "In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower," "The Guermantes Way," "Sodom and Gomorrah," "The Prisoner," "The Fugitive," and "Time Regained." Each volume delves into different aspects of the narrator's life, relationships, and artistic endeavors. "À la recherche du temps perdu" is considered one of the most significant achievements in world literature. It has had a profound influence on the development of the modern novel and is celebrated for its intricate character development and profound psychological insights. In summary, "À la recherche du temps perdu" by Marcel Proust is a monumental novel that explores the intricacies of human consciousness and memory. It's celebrated for its complex narrative style and profound insights into the human condition.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9791041821532
Publisher:	Culturea
Publication date:	10/20/2023
Pages:	126
Product dimensions:	5.83(w) x 8.27(h) x 0.30(d)
Language:	French

About the Author

Marcel Proust (1871-1922) was born in Auteuil, France. In his twenties, following a year in the army, he became a conspicuous society figure, frequenting the most fashionable Paris salons of the day. After 1899, however, his chronic asthma, the death of his parents, and his growing disillusionment with humanity caused him to lead an increasingly retired life. From 1907 on, he rarely emerged from a cork-lined room in his apartment on boulevard Haussmann. There he insulated himself against the distractions of city life and the effects of trees and flowers—though he loved them, they brought on his attacks of asthma. He slept by day and worked by night, writing letters and devoting himself to the completion of In Search of Lost Time.

Date of Birth:

July 10, 1871

Date of Death:

November 18, 1922

Place of Birth:

Auteuil, near Paris, France

Place of Death:

Paris, France