absurdity of human existence
Albert Camus's O Estrangeiro (The Stranger) is a cornerstone of 20th-century literature, exploring the and the alienation of the individual within an indifferent society. Originally published in 1942, the novella follows Meursault, a detached protagonist whose refusal to conform to social expectations of grief or remorse leads to his eventual condemnation by the law. Feature Overview
1. The Plot: A Stranger in Every Sense
According to reviews on The Meaning Movement , the book is a modern analysis of life's absurdity that encourages readers to create their own values. You can find detailed plot breakdowns and character studies on SparkNotes or listen to a philosophical deep-dive via Audible . Camus, Albert | Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Albert Camus — O Estrangeiro (post completo)
"I opened myself to the gentle indifference of the world. Finding it so much like myself—so like a brother, really—I felt that I had been happy and that I was happy still."
