“For although we know that the years pass, that youth gives way to old age, that fortunes and thrones crumble (even the most solid among them) and that fame is transitory, the manner in which—by means of a sort of snapshot—we take cognisance of this moving universe whirled along by Time, has the contrary effect of immobilising it.”
Quote by Marcel Proust
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In Search of Lost Time, Volume VI: Time Regained (A Modern Library E-Book)
In this concluding volume of the seven-part series, the protagonist, Marcel, reflects on his past and the nature of time. The novel is renowned for its intricate prose and exploration of memory, love, and art. Published in 1927, it is considered a cornerstone of modern literature. 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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