Wow. I never expected to get pulled into this book, but I repeatedly kept finding myself engrossed in Proust's lengthy, voluminous descriptions. I actually had a dream about Combray.
His writing is ethereal and poignant. His dialogue is entertaining and purposeful. I enjoyed Swann's way thoroughly, and I am eager to get through the next 6 volumes. Although, I will need a bit of a break to digest everything...