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“A man who falls straight into bed night after night, and ceases to live until the moment when he wakes and rises, will surely never dream of making, I don't say great discoveries, but even minor observations about sleep. He scarcely knows that he is asleep. A little insomnia is not without its value in making us appreciate sleep, in throwing a ray of light upon that darkness.”

Book:In Search of Lost Time, Volume IV: Sodom and Gomorrah (A Modern Library E-Book)

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In Search of Lost Time, Volume IV: Sodom and Gomorrah (A Modern Library E-Book)

Volume IV of Marcel Proust's seven-volume novel series, known for its intricate narrative and philosophical depth. This volume delves into the complexities of human relationships and societal norms, set against the backdrop of Parisian high society. more

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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

“We may, indeed, say that the hour of death is uncertain, but when we say this we think of that hour as situated in a vague and remote expanse of time; it does not occur to us that it can have any connexion with the day that has already dawned and can mean that death -- or its first assault and partial possession of us, after which it will never leave hold of us again -- may occur this very afternoon, so far from uncertain, this afternoon whose time-table, hour by hour, has been settled in advance.”

Thinking Firsts May Mean Doe Has Beens Hours Tables Possession Afternoon Uncertain Vague Assault Expanse Connexion

Author:Marcel Proust

“The real stars of society are tired of appearing there. He who is curious to gaze at them must often migrate to another hemisphere, where they are more or less alone.”

Real Stars Tired Curious Appearing Hemisphere Migrate

Book:Remembrance of Things Past

Source: Remembrance of Things Past

“Fashions, being themselves begotten of the desire for change, are quick to change also.”

Desire Fashion

Book:Delphi Complete Works of Marcel Proust (Illustrated)

Source: Delphi Complete Works of Marcel Proust (Illustrated)

“Le bonheur est dans l'amour un e tat anormal. In love, happiness is abnormal.”