In Search of Lost Time: Volume 1 : The Way by Swann's

Marcel Proust (1871-1922) was a French novelist best known for his seven-volume magnum opus "In Search of Lost Time" (also known as "Remembrance of Things Past"). Proust's writing style is characterized by its intricate, introspective exploration of memory, time, and the complexities of human experience. His work is considered one of the greatest achievements in modern literature, influencing generations of writers and thinkers. Proust's keen observations and profound insights into the nature of memory and consciousness have secured his place as one of the most important literary figures of the 20th century.