A Short Guide to Towns Without a Past

(Autor) Albert Camus
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Best known for his existentialist novel The Outsider, set in French-occupied Algeria, Albert Camus was profoundly influenced by the landscapes, towns and traditions of his youth. Selected here are some of his finest personal essays about Algeria and its environs, including the luminous 'Nuptials at Tipasa', one of his earliest works where he developed the themes that would inform his later philosophy: to thrive now, without hope for paradise, as mortal life alone can be worthwhile.

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Editorial:
Penguin Books Ltd
Formato:
Paperback
Número de páginas:
None
Idioma:
en
ISBN:
9780241752012
Año de publicación:
2025
Fecha publicación:
17 de Abril de 2025

Albert Camus

Albert Camus was a French-Algerian writer, philosopher, and journalist known for his contributions to existentialism and absurdism. His most notable works include "The Stranger," "The Plague," and "The Myth of Sisyphus." Camus' writing style is characterized by its clarity, simplicity, and exploration of the human condition in the face of a meaningless universe. He won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1957 for his powerful and thought-provoking works. Camus' impact on literature can be seen in his ability to capture the essence of existential themes and challenge societal norms. "The Stranger" remains his most famous work, exploring themes of alienation, absurdity, and the search for meaning in a world devoid of inherent purpose.

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