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Narrator

This character recounts the story of his life. He is always looking to make contacts with high society and women, although his attempts at romance fail.

M. Swann

This character is well-bred and associates with the aristocracy. He is attracted to women of a lower social class than himself, and his wife is gossiped about because of her affairs.

Gilberte Swann

This character is rude to a boy the first time she meets him, even though they will become great friends. When her playmate becomes too ill to play she invites him to a tea party.

Mamma

This character's son looked forward to her goodnight kisses more than anything.

Grandmother

This character is a great caretaker for her family, but falls ill and dies.

Father

This character works in politics and struggles to limit his son's activities.

Grandfather

This character is upset when none of his wife's...

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