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The Prisoner (eBook)

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2022
366 Seiten
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859-654700929-0 (EAN)

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The Prisoner - Marcel Proust
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In 'The Prisoner' by Marcel Proust, the reader is taken on a journey through the mind of the protagonist as he grapples with feelings of isolation and confinement. Proust's signature style of long, intricate sentences and detailed descriptions allows the reader to delve deep into the inner workings of the character's psyche. The novel is rich in philosophical musings and explores themes of memory, time, and the nature of existence. Set against the backdrop of early 20th century France, 'The Prisoner' is a masterful work of introspection and introspection, sure to captivate readers with its profound insights and lyrical prose. Marcel Proust's meticulous attention to detail and profound insights into the human condition make 'The Prisoner' a must-read for fans of classic literature. Drawing from his own experiences and observations of society, Proust crafts a narrative that is both universal and deeply personal, inviting readers to ponder the complexities of the human mind and spirit.

Valentin Louis Georges Eugène Marcel Proust, known as Marcel Proust (1871-1922), is esteemed as one of France's most influential novelists of the twentieth century. His magnum opus, 'À la recherche du temps perdu' ('In Search of Lost Time'), is a monumental seven-part novel, with 'The Prisoner' being its fifth volume. Born in Auteuil, the southwestern sector of Paris's then-rustic 16th arrondissement, Proust grew up in a wealthy and cultured atmosphere, which later influenced his writing. Critically acclaimed for his introspective prose, rich detail, and explorative psychological narrative, Proust pioneered the style of involuntary memory—best captured by the famed 'madeleine episode' where the taste of a madeleine cake dipped in tea evokes an intense involuntary memory. 'The Prisoner', specifically, explores themes of obsessive love and the possessive nature of human relationships, while continuing the broader novel's musings on time, memory, and identity. This exploration unfolds through the lens of the narrator's relationship with Albertine, the titular 'prisoner'. Proust's work remains a cornerstone of literary modernism, and its influence pervades contemporary literature. Scholars and readers alike continue to dissect Proust's intricate narrative structures and his exploration of the inner psyche, which shed light on the human condition and the passage of time. His elaborate sentences and nuanced descriptions make his body of work an enduring testament to his literary genius.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 17.5.2022
Übersetzer C. K. Scott Moncrieff
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Literatur Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
Literatur Krimi / Thriller / Horror Horror
Schlagworte 20th century literary masters • 20th-century novel • a gentleman in moscow • Bukowski • Character-driven narratives • emotional detachment • existential fiction themes • failed relationships • French Literature • Haunting romance • Hemingway • introspective narrative • introspective prose • James Joyce • Kafka • Literary modernism • Lost Love • Love turned indifference • Marcel Proust literature • melancholic atmosphere • Michael Cunningham • one hundred years of solitude • psychological fiction classics • relationship dynamics • Small Great Things • Stream of Consciousness • The Nix • time and memory in literature • Virginia Woolf
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