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Jean-Marie Apostolidès on Albert Camus

Entitled Opinions (about Life and Literature)

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The Absurdity of Indifference

This chapter explores the narrative style and character of Mersault in a significant literary work, emphasizing his emotional detachment and the existential questions it raises. It examines the implications of his actions, particularly the murder of an Arab, within the contexts of absurdity and cultural interpretation, highlighting the complexities of understanding character motivations.

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