Proust, China and Intertextual Engagement

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Exploring the literary journey of Proust's work, the book delves into its translation history in China, highlighting how different editions emphasize themes like time and memory while overlooking anti-Semitism and homosexuality. It examines the intertextual engagement of three contemporary Chinese writers against China's rapid transition in the 1990s. Additionally, it investigates the literary connections between Proust and Franco-Chinese writer François Cheng, showcasing how literature facilitates a dialogue between Chinese and Western cultural heritages amid today's global exchanges.