Embrace the Fading Years -- The Series of De Botton's Works

Author: [British] Alain de Botton, translated by Yu Bin
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: Proust's monumental masterpiece In Search of Lost Time is a book that everyone feels they should read but which most people find daunting. However, in this book that combines literary biography with practical and motivational advice, de Botton grounds his writing in rigorous and scholarly expertise, using his eloquent prose to reveal the true brilliance of In Search of Lost Time, portraying a vivid and authentic spiritual portrait of Proust. At the same time, he brings the classic down to earth, seeking out practical methods to transform the lives of ordinary people from the great work and the master, guiding us on how to cherish time, experience the essence of life, and learn to prioritize what matters most. This book is part of the "Alain de Botton Series."