Difference between revisions of "Marcel Proust"
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| − | Novelist, critic, and essayist. Notable for the book ' | + | Novelist, critic, and essayist. Notable for the book 'Remembrance of Things Past' (16 volumes published 1913 - 1927). Developed a reputation as a Jewish delettante, homosexual snob, and peopled with aristocrats. Known as one of the first European authors to feature homosexuality openly in his published works. Afflicted with asthma throughout his life and which contributed to his death. |
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Revision as of 19:40, 27 September 2014
Country
France
Birth - Death
1871 - 1922
Occupation
Writer
Description
Novelist, critic, and essayist. Notable for the book 'Remembrance of Things Past' (16 volumes published 1913 - 1927). Developed a reputation as a Jewish delettante, homosexual snob, and peopled with aristocrats. Known as one of the first European authors to feature homosexuality openly in his published works. Afflicted with asthma throughout his life and which contributed to his death.
