02443cam a22003733u 4500 62100 UtSlPG 20260610134430.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 PQ Proust, Marcel, 1871-1922 Un amour de Swann Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swann_in_Love_(novella) Release date is 2020-05-11 Produced by Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust.) "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.) Original publication data not identified Autobiographical fiction Man-woman relationships -- Fiction Prostitutes -- Fiction France -- Social life and customs -- Fiction Paris (France) -- Social life and customs -- Fiction French fiction -- 20th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62100 102924 102924