Un amour de Swann by Marcel Proust
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"Un amour de Swann" by Marcel Proust is a novel written during the late 19th century. The work delves into the intricacies of love and societal dynamics through the experiences of the protagonist, Charles Swann, as he navigates his infatuation with Odette de Crécy, amidst a backdrop of elite Parisian society and its peculiar rituals. The opening of the novel introduces the reader to the exclusive social circle of the Verdurins, where
adherence to their peculiarities and eccentricities is paramount for acceptance. The initial focus is on the Verdurins and their interactions, which set the stage for Swann's introduction into their group, specifically through Odette, a woman of mixed social status. We witness Swann's ambivalence, as he moves between the allure of the social dynamics crafted by the Verdurins and his personal longing for love, all while reflecting on his past experiences with women and music. This rich tapestry serves as a precursor to the deeper exploration of Swann's love for Odette and the complexities of his feelings that will unfold throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Proust, Marcel, 1871-1922 |
|---|---|
| Title | Un amour de Swann |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swann_in_Love_(novella) |
| Credits |
Produced by Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Autobiographical fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Prostitutes -- Fiction |
| Subject | France -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | Paris (France) -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | French fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62100 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-62100-5 |
| Release Date | May 11, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 756 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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