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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

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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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