In Search of Lost Time in the literary work that has motivated me to perform more self introspection, both while reading as well as when the covers of the books were closed, than any book I have ever read. Proust developed dozens and dozens of great characters, opens himself interiorly sharing his deepest thoughts and emotions, and examines some of the major life questions. This secular book filled with jealousy, lust, and insecurity is transcendental and mystical. Time Regained is a great conclusion to one of the greatest novels of all time.