I've never read Proust's work as it is far too long and drawn out for an impatient person such as myself. I've spent tons of time on most everything else but reading his work over multiple months just isn't in me. But thanks for the heads up just the same. Other books in a series such as Dan Millman's work is interesting and thought provoking but not so heavy. The series of his books are fun and interesting to read and one can relate to each one. They don't have the 'trying too hard' feel to them from my viewpoint.