Proust's Duchess: How Three Celebrated Women Captured the Imagination of Fin-de-Siècle Paris
In Proust's Duchess, Caroline Weber explores three celebrated women who captivated fin-de-siècle Paris. Blending biography, literary history, and cultural context, the book examines their place in the imagination of an era shaped by social change, artistic fascination, and the enduring influence of Proust.
About This Book
Caroline Weber examines the lives and public images of three celebrated women in fin-de-siècle Paris.
The book considers how these women captured the imagination of their era and became subjects of lasting cultural interest.
With a focus on the world associated with Proust, it connects biography, literature, and Parisian society.
Proust's Duchess offers a historical exploration of fame, representation, and the influence of remarkable women on modern cultural memory.
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