“There's nothing like desire to prevent the things one says from having any resemblance to the things in one's mind.”
Quote by Marcel Proust
Work
The Maxims of Marcel Proust
This book compiles a selection of Proust's thoughts and reflections, offering readers a glimpse into his intellectual depth and literary style. more
Author
Marcel Proust
Marcel Proust was a French novelist renowned for his magnum opus, 'In Search of Lost Time'. This novel is considered a classic of 20th-century literature, known for its intricate psychological portrayals and profound exploration of memory. more
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