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In Search Of Lost Time Vol 1

Swann's Way

Marcel Proust author C K Scott Moncrieff translator Terence Kilmartin translator D J Enright translator D J Enright editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Vintage Publishing

Published:5th Dec '96

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This volume begins a profound exploration of love and memory, showcasing Proust's mastery in capturing human emotions and experiences in In Search Of Lost Time Vol 1.

In In Search Of Lost Time Vol 1, the reader is introduced to a captivating narrative that unfolds through the eyes of the narrator, who embarks on a journey into the past. This journey is not merely a recollection of events; it is a profound exploration of love and memory, set against the backdrop of a society rich in complexity. The narrator's reflections on a love affair that predates his existence reveal the intricate layers of human emotion and longing. Through this lens, Proust delves into the nature of time and how it shapes our experiences.

At the heart of this volume is the character of Swann, whose passionate yet tumultuous love for Odette serves as a poignant reflection of the narrator's own future relationships. The themes of jealousy, desire, and the ephemeral nature of love are examined with exquisite detail, inviting readers to ponder their own experiences of attachment and loss. Proust's prose is both lyrical and introspective, making the reader feel deeply connected to the characters' emotional landscapes.

In Search Of Lost Time Vol 1 is not just a story; it is an exploration of art and the artistic vocation. Proust masterfully weaves together his central themes, offering a rich tapestry of insights that resonate through time. This definitive translation captures the essence of one of the greatest French novels of the twentieth century, ensuring that Proust's legacy endures for generations to come.

My advice is to plunge straight into Volume 1, Swann's Way there are many who swear the experience has permanently enriched their lives * Daily Mail *
One of the cornerstones of the Western literary canon * The Times *
Surely the greatest novelist of the 20th century * Sunday Telegraph *
As close to being a definitive English version of the great novel as we are likely to get * Scotsman *
Proust isn't just the most profound of novelists, but the most entertaining, too. No reader ever forgets his most killingly funny scenes... Proust sinks deepest in readers because the book is so exhaustively analytical, so ceaselessly truthful. Not the least of it is the book's heavenly length, so that it inevitably takes over your life for a long stretch... the experience of reading it becomes, in itself, an unforgettable thing * Independent *

ISBN: 9780099362210

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 32mm

Weight: 373g

544 pages