Albertine

Albertine is a character from Marcel Proust's novel "In Search of Lost Time." She is a French woman with whom the narrator has a complex relationship, representing both romantic attraction and emotional conflict. Albertine symbolizes themes of desire, memory, and the passage of time, as her presence profoundly influences the narrator's reflections on love and personal growth. Her character explores the nuances of intimacy, jealousy, and the transient nature of human relationships, making her a central figure in the novel's introspective exploration of how past experiences shape identity.