Pastiches et mélanges by Marcel Proust

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Author Proust, Marcel, 1871-1922
LoC No. 20002033
Title Pastiches et mélanges
Credits Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Gallica, Bibliothèque nationale de France.)
Summary "Pastiches et mélanges" by Marcel Proust is a literary collection written in the early 20th century. This work features a series of pastiches and essays that showcase Proust's keen observations of society and art, blending humor with meticulous appreciation of various literary styles and figures. The collection touches upon notable topics such as the "Affaire Lemoine," offering insight into the interplay between ambition and deception in a world driven by social and economic aspirations. The opening of "Pastiches et mélanges" introduces readers to an elite Parisian soirée hosted by the marquise d'Espard, where a cast of aristocratic characters engages in witty dialogue. We meet the respected novelist Daniel d'Arthez as he arrives at the gathering, prompting a variety of responses from the other guests. This scene is cleverly crafted to set the stage for the unfolding drama of the "Affaire Lemoine," where themes of social rivalry, ambition, and moral complexity are implied through character interactions and societal observations. The interplay between high society's glamour and the undercurrents of insecurity and ambition hints at Proust's critical perspective on human relationships and societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French literature -- 20th century
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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