About Marcel Proust
Marcel Proust (1871-1922) was a French novelist best known for his monumental work "In Search of Lost Time" ("À la recherche du temps perdu"), which explores themes of memory, time, and artistic creation through a rich, introspective narrative style. Born into an affluent Parisian family, Proust's literary career was marked by his innovative use of stream of consciousness and meticulous observation of social dynamics, earning him a lasting influence on modern literature. Despite facing challenges in his personal life, including health issues and a struggle for recognition, his writings have since been celebrated for their depth and complexity.