Swann's Way (eBook)

Marcel Proust (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
473 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654732282-5 (EAN)

Infos

In "Swann's Way," the first volume of Marcel Proust's monumental novel sequence "In Search of Lost Time," readers are invited into a labyrinthine exploration of memory, time, and the intricacies of human experience. Proust employs a distinctive literary style marked by long, flowing sentences and a deep introspective narrative voice that captures the fluidity of thought and the nuances of emotions. The novel intricately weaves together themes of love, jealousy, and the quest for artistic expression while delving into the ephemerality of life, all set against a backdrop of French aristocracy in the late 19th century. Proust's innovative approach to narrative structure and stream-of-consciousness technique position this work as a pivotal moment in modernist literature, reflecting a departure from traditional storytelling methods. Marcel Proust was a French writer whose own experiences with art, society, and longing profoundly influenced his literary creations. Living in a milieu of intellectualism and cultural vibrancy, Proust faced personal challenges, including his struggle with health issues and complex relationships. His keen observations of Parisian society and introspective nature compelled him to delve deeply into the human psyche, resulting in a work that resonates with existential inquiry and personal nostalgia. "Swann's Way" is an essential read for anyone interested in the depths of human emotion and the interplay of past and present. Proust's rich prose and profound insights invite readers to reflect on their own experiences of love, loss, and the relentless passage of time. This novel is not only a cornerstone of world literature but also a lens through which one can examine the beauty and complexity of our shared humanity.

Autor

Valentin Louis Georges Eugène Marcel Proust, known as Marcel Proust, was an influential French novelist, critic, and essayist best known for his monumental à la recherche du temps perdu (In Search of Lost Time); the first volume, 'Swann's Way' ('Du côté de chez Swann'), was published in 1913. Born on July 10, 1871, into a wealthy family in Auteuil, France, Proust's work is renowned for its introspective depth, exploring themes of memory, time, and identity. The novel utilizes Proust's pioneering narrative technique known as involuntary memory, most famously illustrated by the 'madeleine episode,' wherein the taste of a madeleine cake dipped in tea evokes profound recollections. His writing style is characterized by meticulous description and the seamless flow of consciousness from one subject to another, often over lengthy, intricate sentences. Proust's body of work has had a profound influence on literary theory and modernist literature. His detailed probing into the human psyche and society through the lens of his own experiences, including his homosexuality and Jewish heritage, was groundbreaking at the time. Proust passed away on November 18, 1922, before seeing the completion of his magnum opus, yet his legacy endures through the lasting impact of his literary contributions.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th-Century Literature • Belle Époque novels • character-driven narrative • Classic • coming-of-age story • Dense narrative structure • French literature classics • french modernism • French society backdrop • Historical • In Search of Lost Time • introspective reflections • involuntary memory • Literary Complexity • literary introspection • Literary modernism • Marcel Proust. • Memory and nostalgia in fiction • memory and time • Modernist prose • narrative genius • Narrative Literature • Parisian society • Paris in literature • Proustian • psychological fiction • psychological insight • psychological insights • Sensory details • social exploration • Stream of Consciousness • time perception