"Proust and Signs"

"Proust and Signs" explores how Marcel Proust's writing deeply engages with signs—like objects, symbols, and moments—that evoke memories and meaning. The book examines how Proust’s detailed descriptions and sensory details serve as signs pointing to inner feelings and past experiences. By analyzing these signs, it shows how Proust’s work blurs the line between language and memory, revealing how small details can unlock profound personal and universal truths. Overall, it highlights Proust’s skill in using signs to connect our perceptions to deeper understanding of ourselves and the world.