In this collection of essays, Maurizio Ferraris explores the world portrayed in Marcel Proust's In Search of Lost Time. He ponders how memory is tied to self-identification and knowledge; how the passage of time is only perceptible after it has passed; and how life, ultimately, is accurately portrayed in literature in ways that were seen as inconceivable in our youth. Running throughout the book is the sense that memory is all we are; we are what we remember or what others remember of us.

What happens when the person whom we had once loved and fallen out of love with suddenly goes away? In The Sweet Cheat Gone the unnamed narrator must come to terms with this hard truth that people who leave rarely come back..._x000D_ "Mademoiselle Albertine has gone!" How much farther does anguish penetrate in psychology than psychology itself! A moment ago, as I lay analysing my feelings, I had supposed that this separation without a final meeting was precisely what I wished, and, as I compared the mediocrity of the pleasures that Albertine afforded me with the richness of the desires which she prevented me from realising, had felt that I was being subtle, had concluded that I did not wish to see her again, that I no longer loved her."_x000D_ Marcel Proust (1871–1922) was a French novelist, critic, and essayist best known for his monumental novel À la Recherche du Temps Perdu (1913-1927). He is considered by English critics and writers to be one of the most influential authors of the 20th century._x000D_ Charles Kenneth Scott Moncrieff (1889–1930) was a Scottish writer, most famous for his English translation of most of Proust's À la recherche du temps perdu, which he published under the Shakespearean title Remembrance of Things Past._x000D_

The long-awaited penultimate volume--"the very summit of Proust's art" (Slate)--in the acclaimed Penguin translation of Marcel Proust's greatest work, in time for the 150th anniversary of his birth "The greatest literary work of the twentieth century." --The New York Times A Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition, with flaps and deckle-edged paper Peter Collier's acclaimed translation of The Fugitive introduces a new generation of American readers to the literary riches of Marcel Proust. The sixth and penultimate volume in Penguin Classics' superb new edition of In Search of Lost Time--the first completely new translation of Proust's masterpiece since the 1920s--brings us a more comic and lucid prose than readers of English have previously been able to enjoy. "Miss Albertine has left!" So begins The Fugitive, the second part of what is often referred to as "the Albertine cycle," or books five and six of In Search of Lost Time. As Marcel struggles to endure Albertine's departure and vanquish his loss, he ends up in an anguished search for the essential truth of the enigmatic fugitive, whose love affairs with other women provoke in him jealousy and a new understanding of sexuality. Eventually, he lets go of Albertine and begins to find himself, discovering his own long-lost inner sources of creativity. For more than seventy-five years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 2,000 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

Step into the enchanting world of Marcel Proust's "The Sweet Cheat Gone: Albertine Disparue". Delve into the intricate layers of memory, desire, and longing as Proust masterfully unravels the mysteries of love and loss. As the haunting tale unfolds, immerse yourself in the bittersweet journey of the protagonist's search for truth and meaning amidst the ephemeral nature of human relationships. Proust's exquisite prose transports you to a realm where time stands still, and every emotion is palpable. But amidst the beauty and allure of Proust's narrative, one question lingers: Can we ever truly possess the objects of our desire, or are they destined to slip through our fingers like sand? Embark on a mesmerizing odyssey through the corridors of memory and desire, where every sentence resonates with profound insight and emotional depth. Are you prepared to confront the complexities of human desire and the fleeting nature of love? Engage with Proust's timeless masterpiece, navigating the intricacies of passion and longing with each turn of the page. Now is your chance to experience the transformative power of literature. Let Proust's evocative prose sweep you away on a journey of self-discovery and introspection. Seize the opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of beauty and melancholy. Purchase "The Sweet Cheat Gone: Albertine Disparue" now, and embark on a soul-stirring exploration of love, loss, and the elusive nature of happiness.

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