The Captive

Interesting Facts

• «The Captive» is the fifth book in the cycle «In Search of Lost Time», considered one of the greatest literary works of the 20th century.
• In this book, Proust explores themes of jealousy and obsession through the protagonist's relationship with Albertine, who becomes his «captive».
• The book is famous for its deep psychological insight and detailed depiction of the characters' inner world, a hallmark of Proust's style.
• «The Captive» was published posthumously in 1923, a year after Proust's death, and was not fully completed.
• One of the central themes of the book is the theme of memory and time, which is a recurring thread throughout the cycle «In Search of Lost Time».