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Céleste Albaret was Marcel Proust's housekeeper in his last years, when he retreated from the world to devote himself to In Search of Lost Time. She could imitate his voice to perfection, and Proust himself said to her, "You know everything about me." Her reminiscences of her employer present an intimate picture of the daily life of a great writer, who was also a deeply peculiar man, while Madame Albaret herself proves to be a shrewd and engaging companion.
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Intimate insights into Proust’s final years and character.
Who is this book for?
If you’re curious about Marcel Proust beyond his literary masterpiece, this book offers a rare glimpse into his private life through the eyes of his housekeeper. It’s full of personal anecdotes that humanize the great writer, revealing his quirks and daily routines, making it a wonderfully intimate read for any admirer of Proust or those interested in the messy, tender side of genius.
