Within a Budding Grove: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Within a Budding Grove is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Proust, Marcel (1871–1922). The listed translation credits are Scott-Moncrieff, C. K. (Charles Kenneth) (1889–1930).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Within a Budding Grove" by Marcel Proust is a novel written in the early 20th century. It is the second volume in Proust's monumental work "In Search of Lost Time," focusing on the intricacies of love, memory, and social relationships. The narrative centers around the young narrator's experiences and encounters as he navigates his feelings for Gilberte Swann, the daughter of Charles Swann, amidst the backdrop of French society. The opening of the novel introduces the narrator's reflections on his family's dynamics and their social interactions, particularly concerning the upcoming dinner with M. de Norpois, a prominent diplomat. As the family discusses their social circle, we learn about Swann's current position and the societal changes he has undergone since marrying Odette. The narrator's lens reveals a complex web of relationships, highlighting his adolescent anxieties and aspirations, especially regarding the theatre and the significant actress Berma. With a blend of keen observations and poignant feelings, the text sets the stage for a deeper exploration of love and social pretensions in the world of the narrator and his acquaintances.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Within a Budding Grove
- Author credits: Proust, Marcel (1871–1922)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Scott-Moncrieff, C. K. (Charles Kenneth) (1889–1930)
Catalogue subjects
- Bildungsromans
- France -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
- Villages -- France -- Fiction
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- Category: French Literature
- Category: Novels
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