MONSIEUR PROUST

Céleste Albaret's memoirs offer a deeply moving portrait of her time with Marcel Proust, the renowned author. Working as his housekeeper, messenger, friend and nurse for nearly nine years, Albaret was more than just a domestic servant - her sensitivity, intelligence and devotion made her Proust's closest confidante and witness. As she reveals in these poignant memoirs, Albaret's relationship with Proust humanised the writer, revealing a complex and endearing individual who struggled with his own obsessions. The book is a testament to Proust's dedication to his craft, as he poured all his energy into completing his magnum opus, 'In Search of Lost Time', despite his declining health. A fascinating glimpse into the life of one of literature's most iconic figures, Albaret's memoirs are a powerful tribute to their enduring friendship and a testament to the transformative power of love and devotion.