Michael (Professor Emeritus of English and Comparative Lit Wood
Marcel Proust (My Reading)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780192845825
- author:
- Michael (Professor Emeritus of English and Comparative Lit Wood
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 22.4 x 14.8 x 1.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary Criticsm, Semiotics & Theory,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Michael Wood's book on Marcel Proust is a witty and refreshing exploration of the experience of reading Proust's work. The book examines the event that transformed Proust from an occasional writer to a full-time novelist, and how this event impacted literature and culture. Wood offers detailed critical snapshots of seven key aspects of Proust's work, including the birth of his novelistic style, the mythology of beginnings, and the concept of justice. By exploring these aspects, Wood sheds light on the significance of Proust's work and its enduring influence on our understanding of history and culture. This book is a thought-provoking and insightful analysis of Proust's life and work, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in literary criticism and theory. With its concise and engaging style, this book is an ideal introduction to Proust's work and its continued relevance today.
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