| Author |
Proust, Marcel, 1871-1922 |
| Title |
Du côté de chez Swann
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| Note |
A la recherche du temps perdu, Tome 1
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 60.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Sue Asscher
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| Summary |
"Du côté de chez Swann" by Marcel Proust is a novel written during the late 19th century, which forms the first volume of the grand masterpiece "À la recherche du temps perdu." The book intricately explores themes of memory, time, and the nuances of social interactions through the evocative experiences of its main character, Marcel, as he reflects on his childhood in Combray and his relationships with those around him, including his mother, grandmother, and the enigmatic figure of Swann. The opening of "Du côté de chez Swann" introduces readers to the introspective voice of the narrator as he recounts his experiences of falling asleep and waking up, depicting a dreamlike state where memories and consciousness fluidly intermingle. The narrative vividly illustrates Marcel’s childhood memories, particularly focusing on his feelings of separation from his mother and the longing that ensues, evoking the bittersweet nature of nostalgia. Throughout this early portion, Proust masterfully captures the depth of human emotion and the complexity of familial bonds, setting the stage for a profound exploration of time and memory that the novel promises to unfold. (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 |
Villages -- France -- Fiction
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| Subject |
France -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2650 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Aug 12, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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