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Mentioned in 20 episodes

The stranger

Book • 1942

Published in 1942, 'The Stranger' tells the story of Meursault, a Frenchman living in Algiers, who is characterized by his emotional detachment and apathy.

The novel begins with Meursault's indifferent reaction to his mother's death and follows his journey through a series of events, including a senseless murder, which leads to his trial and sentencing.

Camus uses Meursault's story to illustrate his philosophy of the absurd, highlighting the lack of inherent meaning in life and the importance of accepting and living with this reality.

The novel also explores the tensions between French colonialists and native Algerians, reflecting Camus's own experiences and critiques of colonialism.

Mentioned by

Jean-Marie Apostolidès

Mentioned in 20 episodes

Mentioned by

Joe Folley

as the novel Camus is most known for.

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Mentioned by

Neil Strauss

as a book that explores timeless themes relevant to modern times.

661 snips

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Mentioned by

Stephen West

as a seminal work of absurdist literature.

366 snips

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Mentioned by

Stephen West

as a previous episode's topic.

355 snips

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Mentioned by

Stephen West

in the context of his exploration of solidarity and justice.

306 snips

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Mentioned by

Neil Strauss

as an example of a writer who uses a compelling first line to draw the reader into a character's perspective.

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Recommended by

Christophe Fouquet

as a favorite author whose works offer creative and modern storytelling.

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Mentioned by

Craig Mod

as a book he and his girlfriend both brought on a trip to Tibet.

131 snips

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Mentioned by

Sam Harris

when comparing

Amanda Knox

's experience to the protagonist in the novel.

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Mentioned by

John Vervaeke

to illustrate how a lack of worldview attunement can affect one's capacity for love.

65 snips

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Mentioned by

Marc Gafni

when discussing existentialist thought.

51 snips

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Mentioned by

Alex O'Connor

as a philosophical novel by Albert Camus.

42 snips

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Mentioned by

James Altucher

as an example of a book with a great first line.

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Mentioned by

Jack Symes

as a highly recommended author.

39 snips

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Mentioned by

Robert Harrison

and

Jean-Marie Apostolidès

as one of Camus's most successful works.

26 snips

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Mentioned when discussing absurdism, existentialism, and nihilism.

12 snips

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Mentioned throughout the podcast as the central figure whose philosophy of absurdism is discussed.

11 snips

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Mentioned by

Robin Waldun

as a book that he read in French, highlighting the impact of reading it in the original language.

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Mentioned by

IJ Makan

as an author who offered no solutions but provided strength to pursue one's own search.

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Mentioned by Didier Eribon as one of the books found in his mother's possession, highlighting the contrast between his mother's reading habits and his own.

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