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Remembrance of Things Past

Marcel Proust
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Remembrance of Things Past

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1913

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Marcel Proust

Remembrance of Things Past

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1913
Book Details
Pages

1056

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

France • 20th century

Publication Year

1913

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Remembrance of Things Past by Marcel Proust chronicles an unnamed young man’s experiences through various stages of his life, driven by numerous romances that add depth to his social interactions. His journey involves leaving his estate in Combray, grappling with early relationships, and forming significant connections in Paris and beyond. Sensitive topics include illness and death of a family member.

Contemplative

Nostalgic

Bittersweet

Melancholic

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.3

3,610 ratings

81%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Remembrance of Things Past by Marcel Proust is widely lauded for its intricate narrative and deep exploration of memory and time. However, its dense prose and extensive length can be challenging for readers. The novel’s rich character development and evocative descriptions have earned it a place as a literary classic, though its demanding structure may not appeal to all.

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Who Should Read Remembrance of Things Past?

A reader who enjoys Remembrance of Things Past by Marcel Proust is likely to appreciate intricate prose, deep introspection, and rich exploration of memory and time. Fans of James Joyce's Ulysses or Virginia Woolf's To the Lighthouse will find similar themes and narrative complexity appealing.

4.3

3,610 ratings

81%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

1056

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

France • 20th century

Publication Year

1913

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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