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Marcel Proust
MARCEL PROUST French writer, at the time of being awarded the prestigious Prix Goncourt. Date: 1871 - 1922
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1871 Awarded Goncourt Marcel Prestigious Prix Proust 1922
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In this evocative photograph, Marcel Proust, the renowned French writer, stands proudly before an eager crowd as he is awarded the prestigious Prix Goncourt in 1922. The Prix Goncourt, France's most esteemed literary prize, is presented annually to the author of the best novel published in the French language. Proust's groundbreaking work, "In Search of Lost Time," had been published in installments between 1913 and 1927, and its innovative narrative techniques and exploration of memory, time, and perception had already established him as a literary giant. The year 1922, however, marked a significant moment in Proust's career as he was officially recognized by the literary establishment with the prestigious award. Dressed in a formal suit and holding a bouquet of flowers, Proust looks both humbled and triumphant as he accepts the accolade from the hands of the Prix Goncourt jury president. The photograph captures a pivotal moment in Proust's life, encapsulating the culmination of years of dedication, creativity, and literary brilliance. Marcel Proust's influence on modern literature is immeasurable, and his magnum opus, "In Search of Lost Time," continues to captivate readers with its intricate exploration of memory, perception, and the human condition. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring power of literature and the importance of recognizing and celebrating the achievements of its greatest practitioners. Date: 1871 - 1922 (Birth-Death of Marcel Proust) Writer: Marcel Proust Event: Awarded the Prix Goncourt (1922) Description: Black and white photograph of Marcel Proust receiving the Prix Goncourt award from the jury president in 1922. The writer is dressed in a formal suit and holds a bouquet of flowers as he stands before an eager crowd.
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