| Author |
Proust, Marcel, 1871-1922 |
| Title |
Le temps retrouvé Tome 2 (de 2) : À la recherche du temps perdu vol.VII
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| Original Publication |
Paris: Librarie Gallimard, 1927.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Laura Natal Rodrigues (Images generously made available by The Internet Archive.)
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| Summary |
"Le temps retrouvé Tome 2 (de 2) : À la recherche du temps perdu vol.VII" by Marcel Proust is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work is the concluding volume of Proust's monumental seven-part series, "In Search of Lost Time," which explores themes of memory, time, and the nature of art and existence. The narrative primarily follows the introspective musings of Marcel, the central character, as he delves into his past experiences and the essence of memories, attempting to reconstruct the elusive nature of happiness and artistic truth. The opening of "Le temps retrouvé" immerses the reader in Marcel's contemplation of various sensory experiences—such as the sound of a spoon clinking against a plate and the taste of a madeleine—that evoke powerful memories from his past. As he navigates the physical space of the Hôtel de Guermantes, he reflects on moments from his childhood, particularly those tied to Combray and Balbec. These recollections lead him to a profound realization about the relationship between the present and the past, suggesting that genuine happiness may be found in the fleeting sensations that allow one to transcend time. This segment illustrates Proust's intricate exploration of memory and perception, setting a reflective and philosophical tone for the entire narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Autobiographical fiction
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| Subject |
France -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74091 |
| Release Date |
Jul 21, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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