Description
This seminal work plunges into the life of Meursault, a detached and indifferent man living in Algiers, whose emotional apathy leads him to commit a senseless act of violence. Following his arrest, Meursault confronts the absurdities of societal expectations and the legal system, refusing to conform or feign remorse. Through his stark, unadorned prose, Albert Camus explores profound themes of existentialism, the indifference of the universe, and the human condition in the face of mortality. The novel challenges readers to question societal norms and the search for meaning in a seemingly meaningless world.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2020
144 pages
ISBN: 9780241458853
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Details
First Published
1942
Language
fra
Translation
From: fra
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