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Supernatural Proust: Myth and Metaphor in 'A La Recherche du Temps Perdu'
Supernatural Proust Myth and Metaphor in 'A La Recherche du Temps Perdu' Author:Margaret Topping A monumental exploration of memory, love, sexuality, social relations, and the creative process, Marcel Proust’s À la recherche du temps perdu builds a complex world that is rich in religious and mythical imagery. In Supernatural Proust, Margaret Topping analyzes how Proust drew from areas outside of the usual Christian a... more »nd classical canons, including fairytales, folklore, astrology, and Celtic and Eastern religions. The first book to examine this aspect of Proust’s work, Supernatural Proust also considers the author’s manuscripts, correspondence, and early writing in order to fully evaluate the significance of this network of images.« less