“How comforting to witness a fictional person (who is also, miraculously, ourselves as we read) suffering the same agonies of a saccharine dismissal and, importantly, surviving.”
Quote by Alain de Botton
Work
How Proust Can Change Your Life
This book explores the philosophical and literary ideas of Marcel Proust, demonstrating how his work can offer practical advice and inspiration for personal growth and daily living. more
Author
Alain de Botton
Alain de Botton is a Swiss writer and philosopher known for his books on philosophy, art, and culture. His work is characterized by its accessible exploration of profound themes, which has won him a wide audience. more
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