“The reason why life may be judged to be trivial although at certain moments it seems to us so beautiful is that we form our judgment, ordinarily, not on the evidence of life itself but of those quite different images which preserve nothing of life-and therefore we judge it disparagingly.”
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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