A l'ombre des jeunes filles en fleurs - Première partie by Marcel Proust

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Author Proust, Marcel, 1871-1922
Title A l'ombre des jeunes filles en fleurs - Première partie
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%80_l%27ombre_des_jeunes_filles_en_fleurs
Note Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Note A la recherche du temps perdu, Tome II.
Credits Produced by Sue Asscher, Walter Debeuf, Patrick Narzul, and Marie Lebert
Summary "A l'ombre des jeunes filles en fleurs - Première partie" by Marcel Proust is a novel written during the early 20th century. It is the second volume of his seven-part series "À la recherche du temps perdu," and it delves into themes of love, memory, and social dynamics in the context of French society. The narrative centers around the experiences and reflections of the young protagonist as he navigates his relationships with various characters, including the enigmatic Swann and his daughter, Gilberte. At the start of the novel, the protagonist reflects on the social nuances of his family's interactions, particularly concerning M. de Norpois, whom they are inviting to dinner. Through a rich tapestry of character insight and social commentary, Proust reveals Swann's dual existence—his new public persona following his marriage to Odette—which contrasts with the private elegance he once exhibited. The protagonist's longing for artistic experiences, notably his excitement to hear the actress Berma perform in "Phèdre," sets the stage for further explorations of beauty, art, and emotional complexity. This opening portion thereby establishes a deeply introspective tone and positions themes of personal aspiration against societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Autobiographical fiction
Subject Villages -- France -- Fiction
Subject France -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 2998
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Most Recently Updated Feb 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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