Le Côté de Guermantes - Troisième partie by Marcel Proust

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Author Proust, Marcel, 1871-1922
Title Le Côté de Guermantes - Troisième partie
Note Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Le Côté de Guermantes - Troisième partie" by Marcel Proust is a novel written in the early 20th century. This installment continues the profoundly introspective journey of the narrator as he navigates his complex relationships with the aristocratic elite of Paris, particularly focusing on themes of love, desire, and social dynamics. Central to this part of the narrative is the anticipation of a dinner invitation with Madame de Stermaria, among other key figures, exploring the intricacies of human emotion and societal dynamics. The opening of this section establishes a sense of longing and obsession as the narrator grapples with his desire for Madame de Stermaria before their scheduled dinner. He reflects on the nature of desire and the mental games played in anticipation of romantic encounters. As the days leading up to the event stretch on, he is consumed by thoughts of their meeting and the contrasts between his past loves, particularly Albertine, and the fleeting nature of these affections. The detailed descriptions of the surroundings, coupled with his introspective thoughts, highlight the atmosphere of Paris' elite social life, setting the stage for further developments in his relationships and emotional landscape. (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. 13743
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Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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