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“Even from the simplest, the most realistic point of view, the countries which we long for occupy, at any given moment, a far larger place in our actual life than the country in which we happen to be.”

Quote by Marcel Proust

Work

Swann's Way

Swann's Way is a seminal work in modernist literature, renowned for its richly detailed portrayal of human emotions and the complexities of social relations. The novel delves into the life of Charles Swann, a wealthy Parisian, and his relationships with various women, including Odette de Crécy and Gilberte Swann. It is characterized by its introspective narrative style and its exploration of the author's own experiences. more

Author

Marcel Proust
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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