724 The Stranger by Albert Camus (#22 Greatest Book of All Time) | Christopher Isherwood (with Jake Poller) | Postcard from a Listener in Yunnan
The History of Literature
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Interpreting Camus: The Stranger's Essence
This chapter delves into the complexities of translating Albert Camus' 'The Stranger,' with a focus on its opening line and the protagonist's emotional detachment. It also explores existentialism as portrayed in the novella, analyzing the character Merceau's defiance against societal norms and his quest for authenticity amidst chaos.
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