by Marcel Proust (Author), Marcel Proust (Author), Marcel Proust (Author), John Sturrock (Translator)
In these inspiring essays about why we read, Proust explores all the pleasures and trials that we take from books, as well as explaining the beauty of Ruskin and his work, and the joys of losing yourself in literature as a child. Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 128
Edition: 1
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 07 Aug 2008
ISBN 10: 0141036737
ISBN 13: 9780141036731