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Marcel Proust

The Captive & The Fugitive

The Captive & The Fugitive

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ISBN: 9780099362616

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The Captive and The Fugitive are volumes 5 and 6 of In Search of Lost Time. These volumes focus on the narrator’s increasingly obsessive relationship with Albertine. In The Captive, the narrator struggles with his need for control and possession over Albertine, while in The Fugitive, he must face the consequences of their strained relationship and the inevitable loss. These works delve into the complexities of love, jealousy, and desire, and the agonizing effects of unreciprocated affection.

Why Read This Book

  • Emotional Intensity: These volumes offer a powerful exploration of love, obsession, and jealousy.
  • Psychological Realism: Proust’s portrayal of emotional turmoil is masterfully detailed and poignant.
  • Themes of Control: Examines the destructive nature of possessiveness and the illusion of control in relationships.
  • Philosophical Reflections: Continues to explore the nature of time and memory in profound ways.
  • Literary Classic: Essential reading for those interested in one of literature’s most iconic works.

About the Author

Marcel Proust (1871–1922) is considered one of the most influential writers of the 20th century. His work, In Search of Lost Time, remains one of the longest and most critically acclaimed novels in history. Proust’s writing delves into the complexity of human emotions, social interactions, and the philosophical questions of time and memory. His legacy endures as a master of narrative depth and insight.

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