Marcel Proust, a French novelist known for his masterpiece In Search of Lost Time, was born in Paris to an educated family with a Catholic father and Jewish mother. Despite suffering from chronic asthma, he excelled in literature and briefly served in the army.

Marcel Proust was baptized on August 5, 1871, at the Church of Saint-Louis-d'Antin. Although raised in the Catholic faith, he later became an atheist and was known for his mystical inclinations.

Marcel's brother, Robert Proust, is born on May 24.

At the age of nine, Marcel Proust experiences his first asthma attack, marking the beginning of his reputation as a sickly individual.

In 1882, at the age of eleven, Marcel Proust started his education at the Lycée Condorcet, although it was interrupted by his illness. Despite this setback, he excelled in literature and received an award in his final year.

In November 1889, Marcel Proust surprises many by enlisting for a year of military service, going against the stereotypical image of him.

In 1890, Marcel Proust enrolls in Faculte de droit and Ecole libres des sciences politiques to prepare for a potential career as a diplomat, following his father's wishes.

In May 1892, Proust publishes new Études in Le Banquet, including portraits of Mme Straus and Mme de Chevigné, who are models for the duchesse de Guermantes.

On April 13, 1893, Proust meets Count Robert de Montesquiou at a dinner given by Madeleine Lemaire.

On May 22, 1894, Proust meets the young composer Reynaldo Hahn at a party at Madeleine Lemaire's.

In 1895, Marcel Proust began working on the novel Jean Santeuil, which laid the foundation for many themes later explored in his masterpiece In Search of Lost Time.

A collection of short stories by Marcel Proust published posthumously in 1896.

In 1897, Marcel Proust fought a duel with writer Jean Lorrain who questioned the nature of Proust's relationship with his lover Lucien Daudet.

In 1898, amidst the escalating Dreyfus Affair, Marcel Proust openly supports Alfred Dreyfus, making his stance clear by stating 'I was the first dreyfusard'.

In 1899, Marcel Proust's encounter with John Ruskin's art criticism led him to abandon 'Jean Santeuil' and explore the beauty of nature and Gothic architecture. This revelation marked a significant shift in Proust's artistic perspective and writing style.

Marcel Proust, a renowned French novelist, was active during the year 1900. This period was significant in shaping his literary career and personal life.

On June 2, 1902, Sésame et les lys is published by Marcel Proust.

On October 18, 1902, Proust visits The Hague and sees Vermeer's View of Delft, which becomes his favorite painting from Holland.

In February 1903, Marcel Proust's brother Robert married and left the family apartment, marking a significant change in Proust's family circle.

In September 1903, Marcel Proust's father passed away, further altering his life and family dynamics.

Proust, with the help of his mother and Marie Nordlinger, translated Ruskin's The Bible of Amiens into French. The translation, along with Proust's extended introduction, was well-received by critics.

Proust completed the translation of Ruskin's Sesame and Lilies in June 1905, just before his mother's death. The translation was published in 1906.

Overcome by the death of his mother in September 1905, Marcel Proust set aside his literary pursuits for a few months.

Marcel Proust's translation of Sesame and Lilies, published in 1906.

Proust starts his annual summer vacation at the Grand-Hôtel in Cabourg, a tradition he continues until 1914.

Proust, accompanied by his chauffeur Agostinelli, visits churches in Bayeux, Caen, Balleroy, and Dives.

Proust's article 'Impressions de route en automobile' is published in Le Figaro, where he describes his excursions with Agostinelli and the steeples of Caen.

Proust starts filling the first notebook, known as The Notebook of 1908, with observations for his novel.

In January 1909, Marcel Proust experienced an involuntary revival of a childhood memory triggered by the taste of tea and a rusk biscuit, which later inspired a key element in his novel.

Proust writes the prologue to 'Against Sainte-Beuve', a critical essay.

In July 1909, Marcel Proust began writing his monumental work 'À la recherche du temps perdu' after various literary endeavors and personal experiences.

During 1910-11, Marcel Proust continues working on what will become the first and last parts of In Search of Lost Time, initially envisioned as two volumes titled Time Lost and Time Regained.

Proust informs Mme Straus that he has finished writing a long novel, which Calmette offers to publish in installments in Le Figaro.

Gallimard returns the typescript of Proust's novel, and Nouvelle Revue Française decides not to publish it.

Proust learns that Ollendorff will not publish 'Swann's Way' and asks René Blum to approach Bernard Grasset for publication.

In 1913, the first volume of Marcel Proust's monumental work 'In Search of Lost Time', titled 'Swann's Way', is published by Grasset. This marks the beginning of Proust's exploration of memory, time, and society.

André Gide writes to Proust praising his work and calling the rejection of his book a grave mistake.

Agostinelli dies in a plane crash, and Proust, unaware of the tragedy, replies to his recent letter.

Proust sends the manuscript of 'À l'ombre des jeunes filles en fleurs' to Gallimard, continuing to revise and expand the novel.

The typesetting of 'À l'ombre des jeunes filles en fleurs' is stopped due to a shortage of manpower.

On the night of 11 January 1918, Marcel Proust was identified by police in a raid on a male brothel run by Albert Le Cuziat.

An excerpt from Proust's novel is published in La Nouvelle Revue Française's first post-war edition.

'À l'ombre des jeunes filles en fleurs' is released, along with other works.

'À l'ombre des jeunes filles en fleurs' wins the prestigious Prix Goncourt award.

Charles Kenneth Scott Moncrieff signs a contract to translate Proust's novel into English.

The first part of 'Le Côté de Guermantes' is published.

Gallimard publishes the second part of 'Le Côté de Guermantes'.

The second part of 'Sodome et Gomorrhe' is published.

Marcel Proust, the renowned French novelist, passed away on November 18, 1922, after struggling with chronic poor health. His legacy lives on through his groundbreaking work 'In Search of Lost Time'.

La Prisonnière, also known as The Captive, is a novel by Marcel Proust published in 1923.

Albertine disparue, also titled La Fugitive, is a novel by Marcel Proust published in 1925.

The final volume of In Search of Lost Time, Le Temps retrouvé was translated by C. K. Scott Moncrieff and published in 1927 by Marcel Proust.

A work by Marcel Proust, published posthumously in 1954, criticizing Sainte-Beuve.

A study by Roger Shattuck first published in 1963, reprinted in 1983. It examines memory, time, and recognition in Proust's monumental work.

In 1971, the village of Illiers was renamed Illiers-Combray in honor of Marcel Proust's centenary celebrations. This village served as the inspiration for the fictional town of Combray in Proust's works.

A book by Gilles Deleuze first published in 1972, with a translation by Richard Howard in 2004. It provides a comprehensive analysis of Proust's work.

A book by Céleste Albaret first published in 1973, with a translation by Barbara Bray in 2003. It provides insights into the life of Marcel Proust.

Céleste Albaret provides a captivating portrayal of Marcel Proust's daily life and relationships, offering unique insights into the enigmatic writer's world.

In 1995, Penguin initiated a new translation of Marcel Proust's novel 'À la recherche du temps perdu' by editor Christopher Prendergast and seven translators. This translation was based on the latest French text and published in 2002.

A biography of Marcel Proust by J-Y Tadié, first published in 1996. It offers insights into the life and works of the renowned author.

A book by Alain De Botton published in 1998 in New York by Vintage Books. It explores the transformative power of Proust's work on one's life.

A biography of Marcel Proust that explores his life and contributions as a writer. The book provides insights into Proust's background, experiences, and journey towards becoming a significant literary figure.

An essay discussing the lasting relevance of Marcel Proust and his work, published on April 13, 2000.

A book by Anne-Marie Bernard published in 2002, focusing on the perspective of Paul Nadar on Marcel Proust's world.

The translation of the 1976 edition of 'Proust et les signes' was published as 'Proust and Signs: The Complete Text' by Richard Howard in Minneapolis in 2003.

A book by André Aciman published in 2004 in New York by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. It explores the themes and influences of Marcel Proust's work.

A definitive biography of Marcel Proust by a leading authority on the writer. The biography provides a detailed look at Proust's life, intellectual influences, and critical analysis of his work, offering a new perspective on the artist and his creations.

Evelyn Bloch-Dano's biography delves into the complex relationship between Marcel Proust and his mother, shedding light on the profound influence she had on his life and work.

An exhibition featuring Swann's Way by Marcel Proust at The Morgan Library on February 14, 2013.

The Cork-Lined Room blog was launched, dedicated to the reading, discussion, and study of Marcel Proust's monumental work 'In Search of Lost Time'.

Jean Findlay's biography explores the life of C.K. Scott Moncrieff, Proust's first English translator, highlighting the enduring impact of his work on the English translation of Proust's masterpiece.

Diana Fuss examines the influence of living and working spaces on the creative genius of writers like Marcel Proust, offering a unique perspective on the connection between environment and creativity.

The book explores the lives of Geneviève Halévy Bizet Straus, Laure de Sade, Comtesse Adhéaume de Chevigné, and Élisabeth de Riquet de Caraman-Chimay, who inspired Marcel Proust's character Duchesse de Guermantes in In Search of Lost Time.