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Summary

Swann's Way is the first part of Marcel Proust's novel cycle In Search of Lost Time. In this book, the author immerses the reader in a world of memories and reflections on time, memory, and love. The main character, Marcel, recalls his childhood in Combray, where he spent summer vacations with his family. Special attention is given to his relationships with his mother and grandmother, as well as his first impressions of love and art. A significant storyline is the love story of Charles Swann and Odette de Crécy, set against the backdrop of Parisian high society. Proust masterfully describes the inner experiences of the characters, their emotional states, and complex relationships, creating a deep and multi-layered picture of human life.