Le Côté de Guermantes - Première partie by Marcel Proust

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By Samantha Walker Posted on Dec 6, 2025
In Category - Resilience
Proust, Marcel, 1871-1922 Proust, Marcel, 1871-1922
French
"Le Côté de Guermantes - Première partie" by Marcel Proust is a novel written during the late 19th century. This work is part of Proust's larger masterpiece "À la recherche du temps perdu" and delves into themes of memory, time, and social dynamics in French high society. The narrative centers around the main character, who navigates his experience...
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their influence and the protagonist's fascination with their world. The opening of the book begins with a description of the discontent experienced by Françoise, a household servant, as she reflects on the move from a familiar residence to a new home, highlighting her deep emotional attachment to her previous living environment. The protagonist shares Françoise's sentiments and uses her feelings as a lens through which to explore their new surroundings, especially as they relate to the enigmatic Guermantes family. As he grapples with his shifting perceptions of names, memory, and societal status, he offers insights into the changes that come with moving to their vicinity and the allure that the name Guermantes holds in his imagination. Through rich, reflective prose, the narrative hints at a broader exploration of how identity and social interactions are intertwined with the passage of time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Jessica Ramirez
5 months ago

Make no mistake, the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. A perfect companion for a quiet weekend.

Donald Taylor
2 weeks ago

My professor recommended this and it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. A perfect companion for a quiet weekend.

Carol Hill
5 months ago

Compared to other books on this topic, the plot twists are genuinely surprising without feeling cheap or forced. I'm sending the link to all my friends.

Nancy Carter
3 months ago

I didn't expect much, but the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. I learned so much from this.

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