Swann's Way

Summary

"Swann's Way" is the first volume of Marcel Proust's seminal work, "In Search of Lost Time" (À la recherche du temps perdu), originally published in 1913. It introduces readers to the themes that Proust explores throughout the series: involuntary memory, love, art, and the interplay between perception and reality. The novel is known for its intricate sentences and detailed descriptions that capture the essence of experience. The narrative weaves through the memories of the narrator, including the famous madeleine episode, which becomes a symbol for the unexpected resurgence of past memories.