Albertine disparue Vol 1 (of 2) by Marcel Proust

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Author Proust, Marcel, 1871-1922
Title Albertine disparue Vol 1 (of 2)
À la recherche du temps perdu, Tome 7
Note Reading ease score: 63.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Gallica, Bibliothèque nationale de France.)
Summary "Albertine disparue" by Marcel Proust is a novel written in the early 20th century. It is a part of the monumental work "À la recherche du temps perdu" and delves deeply into themes of love, loss, and memory, viewed through the lens of the protagonist's tumultuous relationship with Albertine. At the center of this narrative is the unnamed narrator grappling with the emotional turmoil following Albertine's departure, his reflections revealing the complexity of desire and attachment. The opening of "Albertine disparue" presents a poignant moment of upheaval for the narrator as he comes to terms with Albertine's sudden absence. He oscillates between denial and overwhelming grief, revealing his initial belief that her departure would free him from his emotional turmoil. However, the stark reality of her absence shatters his analysis of their relationship, igniting a desperate hope for her return. The narrator's internal battle exemplifies the cognitive dissonance he experiences, as he reflects on the nature of his love and the painful recognition that he has been deeply affected by her departure, ultimately revealing the intricate dynamics of human emotion and attachment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Autobiographical fiction
Subject France -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 64427
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Most Recently Updated May 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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