u/Jamie__78

So is there anyone here who has read "In Search of Lost Time" by Marcel Proust? I want to start it, but I'm hesitating as I know this is a massive undertaking that would take a long time to finish.

I am particularly interested in how the narrative handles the flow of memory and the evolution of social structures, as I tend to enjoy literature that explores complex historical and judicial shifts. For those who have finished it, is the payoff worth the significant time investment? Beyond the famous "madeleine" moment, what are the major themes—perhaps regarding art, jealousy, or time—that make it a masterpiece? I’d love to hear some analysis on its structure before I dive in.