Albert Camus
What’s inside
Albert Camus’ ‘The Stranger’ is a novel about an emotionally detached French Algerian man, Meursault, whose indifferent attitude towards life and the events surrounding him leads to a murder and a subsequent trial.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding of existentialist and absurdist themes
- Insight into the human condition and indifference
- Exploration of the concept of meaning in life
- Appreciation of Camus’ literary style and philosophical insights
Key Points
- Meursault’s mother’s death and his indifference
- Meursault’s relationship with Marie and his dispassion
- The beach encounter and the murder of an Arab
- The trial and the dissection of Meursault’s character
- The philosophical reflection on the meaninglessness of life
- Meursault’s confrontation with the chaplain and his epiphany
- Acceptance of the absurdity of existence
Who’s it For
- Philosophy enthusiasts
- Fans of existentialist literature
- Readers interested in absurdist fiction
- Students of French literature
About the author
Albert Camus was a French philosopher, author, and journalist, and a Nobel laureate known for his contributions to existentialism and absurdist philosophy.