The Sweet Cheat Gone (ePub)

Marcel Proust, born Valentin Louis Georges Eugène Marcel Proust on July 10, 1871, in Auteuil, France, stands as one of the most profound and celebrated authors of the 20th century. His work is renowned for its intricate form and deep exploration of memory and desire, particularly showcased in his seminal seven-part novel, 'À la recherche du temps perdu' (In Search of Lost Time), which delves into themes of time, art, and the self. The English edition of the sixth volume, 'The Sweet Cheat Gone' ('Albertine disparue'), captures the intricate psychology of love and loss, a hallmark of Proust's style. His narrative techniques, which include lengthy sentences and stream-of-consciousness prose, have influenced countless writers and have solidified his place in the modernist canon. Proust's education in the humanities, despite chronic asthma and health issues, shaped his literary output and his interactions with French salons and the upper crust of Parisian society provided much material for his fiction. The meticulous attention Proust paid to detail and sensory experiences is reflected not only in 'The Sweet Cheat Gone' but throughout his oeuvre, allowing readers a vivid entry into the worlds he creates. Proust passed away on November 18, 1922, but left behind a body of work that continues to be studied, revered, and enjoyed for its deep humanity and timeless insights into the human condition.