Stunning new edition of the standalone novella from Proust's great
masterpiece - an intoxicatingly witty story of infatuation and
jealousy
This landmark new translation commemorates a century since the
monumental masterpiece was first published in English -- and since
Proust died
Swann in Love is a sublimely witty and poignant story of the illusions
of love and desire. Full of the rich social satire and penetrating
insight that distinguish Proust's style, it is the perfect introduction
to one of the world's great novelists.
When Charles Swann first lays eyes on Odette de Crécy, her beauty leaves
him indifferent. Their paths continue to cross in the drawing rooms and
theatres of Parisian high society, and the seeds of desire in Swann
begin to flourish. What follows is a journey through self-delusion,
jealousy and delirious fantasy, which will take Swann far from the
sedate comfort of his society life.