4.5/5

Actually, I have read this before. At first, I thought I hadn't finished it. However, as it turns out, I did. In any case, it is an amusing work. It contains many interesting elements and details that can capture the reader's attention. The story unfolds in a way that keeps you engaged from beginning to end. The characters are well-developed and their actions and interactions add to the overall charm of the work. Whether it's the witty dialogue or the unexpected plot twists, there is always something to enjoy. It's the kind of work that you can pick up and read again and again, and still find something new and entertaining each time.

I read this during my junior year of high school and then again this past year.

When I was younger, I didn't have much exposure to such things, and I thought it was crazy back in high school.

However, as time has passed, my perspective has changed. Now, I find it just interesting.

I really enjoyed reading it again. It's amazing how our views can evolve over the years.

Maybe it's because we gain more life experiences and a broader understanding of the world.

This time around, I was able to appreciate the content in a different light.

It made me reflect on how much I've grown and how my interests have developed.

I look forward to seeing how my perception of this and other things will continue to change in the future.

Work Complements Alice Kaplan’s Biography of The Stranger


This piece of literary criticism on Camus' The Stranger is truly outstanding. It not only provides a comprehensive analysis that covers a wide range of aspects but also manages to engage the reader in a most enjoyable way. The author's deep understanding and incisive insights into the novel are evident throughout the text. What struck me most was the ability to present complex ideas in a clear and accessible manner. It made the reading experience not only educational but also highly entertaining. I found myself completely immersed in the analysis and eager to explore more of this author's work. I firmly believe that this criticism serves as a valuable complement to Alice Kaplan's biography of The Stranger, offering a fresh perspective and adding depth to our understanding of this classic literary work.

This is a not bad collection of essays that delves into an analysis of The Stranger. Albert Camus, in contrast to most Marxist intellectuals, was not a failed bourgeois like Karl Marx. Instead, he was from the actual working class and endured a great deal of pain throughout his life. His death in a car wreck was perhaps the crowning moment of his tragic life. Camus rejected the Marxism violence advocated by Jean Paul Sartre, who was influenced by the evil Nazi Martin Heidegger, often regarded as the greatest philosopher of the last century. Camus also seemed to be at odds with his fellow "intellectual proletarians." The book does a good job of clarifying Albert Camus's real-life and political views in the context of The Stranger. It fills in a couple of holes regarding the meaning of certain aspects of the novel. I highly recommend reading this book as it provides valuable insights and a better understanding of Camus's work.

Absurd.

It is truly an absurd situation that we find ourselves in. The events unfolding around us seem to lack any logical coherence or rational explanation.

We witness actions and decisions that baffle the mind and leave us scratching our heads in disbelief. How could things have come to this?

The absurdity pervades every aspect of our lives, from the simplest of daily routines to the most significant of global issues.

It is as if we are living in a world where the rules of common sense and reason have been suspended, and chaos reigns supreme.

But perhaps in the midst of this absurdity, there is an opportunity for us to question the status quo, to reevaluate our values and beliefs, and to seek out new and more meaningful ways of living.

For only by confronting the absurd can we hope to find a path out of this madness and towards a more rational and just future.

Super Copy of Victor Hugo’s “Dernière Jour d’un Condamné”

Victor Hugo’s “Dernière Jour d’un Condamné” is a powerful and thought-provoking work. It delves into the mind and emotions of a condemned man on his last day. The story explores themes such as justice, morality, and the human condition. Hugo’s vivid descriptions and masterful storytelling bring the character and his situation to life. It makes the reader empathize with the condemned man and question the fairness of the legal system. This super copy aims to capture the essence of Hugo’s original work while adding its own unique touch. It expands on the details and emotions, further enhancing the impact of the story.

By reading this super copy, one can gain a deeper understanding of Hugo’s ideas and be left with a lasting impression. It serves as a reminder of the importance of compassion and the need to reevaluate our views on punishment and justice. Whether you are a fan of Hugo or simply interested in a captivating and meaningful story, this super copy of “Dernière Jour d’un Condamné” is sure to engage and move you.

He felt no pity.

No pity for losing his girlfriend, who had once been the light of his life. The thought of her leaving didn't stir any emotions within him.

No pity for her dead lonely mum either. Her passing seemed to be just another event in the grand scheme of things, leaving him completely unfazed.

No pity for life itself. He had become so numb to the world around him that nothing could penetrate the shield he had built.

Life had dealt him a series of blows, but instead of feeling the pain, he simply shut down.

He walked through each day mechanically, going through the motions without any real purpose or passion.

The world continued to turn, but he was just an observer, detached from the emotions and experiences that made life meaningful.

Perhaps this numbness was a defense mechanism, a way to protect himself from further hurt. But in the end, it left him feeling empty and alone.

One of my all-time favorites is a particular book that has had a profound impact on me.

This book is not just a collection of words on paper; it is a world unto itself.

The story it tells is captivating, filled with adventure, mystery, and heartwarming moments.

The characters are so well-developed that I feel as if I know them personally.

Every time I pick up this book, I am transported to a different place and time, completely immersed in the story.

It has taught me valuable lessons about life, love, and friendship.

I have read this book countless times, and each time I discover something new and wonderful.

It is a book that I will cherish forever and recommend to anyone who loves a good read.

It truly is one of my all-time favorites.

I realize this is the study guide.

However, I liked the book.

It brings a sense of distance and fury.

The character in the book can only feel the moment, and he can't explain what that moment is.

He gets damned for it.

Shit.

This book really makes me think about the complexity of human emotions and experiences.

The character's inability to express his feelings adds to the mystery and allure of the story.

I find myself constantly drawn back to the book, trying to understand the character's perspective and the significance of that moment.

It's like a puzzle that I can't quite solve, but I keep coming back to it, hoping to find the missing piece.

The sense of distance and fury that the book evokes is both captivating and disturbing.

It makes me question my own emotions and how I deal with them.

Overall, I think this is a really interesting and thought-provoking book that I would highly recommend to others.

Mr. McCarthy's biography of Camus skillfully employs a particular irony that is highly appropriate for his subject.

Camus, often regarded as a saint, a resistance leader, an existentialist, and a committed leftist, is all debunked in this work. Instead, what emerges is something far more captivating and likable: Camus the human.

Mr. McCarthy's work is almost more of a sourcebook than a traditional biography. It contains extensive discourses on the colonial history of Algeria and the war for Algerian Independence, interwar literary criticism, the never-ending details of continental leftist politics, and French theater, in addition to the typical "places, times, and motives" found in an average biography.

Camus is presented very nearly as one of his own protagonists, a man of passion but lacking in conviction. His desire for action is hindered by a complete and existential disaffection. Personally heroic yet geopolitically tragic (as he was late to the French resistance and his views on French Algeria are justifiably criticized), he foreshadowed - but unfortunately could not formulate - a left-libertarianism that opposed both western capitalism and Stalinist totalitarianism. Had he been given more time, perhaps he could have seen beyond the boundaries of his own experiences and written truly political texts later in life.

One of the most significant revelations of this biography is that Camus' writing is not primarily political or philosophical but rather moral, almost religious. As a disaffected teen with no real access to leftist politics or critical theory, Camus was an important first step. His central premises - that knowledge is partial, that the human condition (and society, as an extension of that condition) is absurd, and that the universe is empty and uncaring - are necessary precursors to the development of critical inquiry and essential antidotes to a reactionary, religious upbringing. Perhaps we should reevaluate Camus as one of the few writers who truly lived what he wrote - his politics, his art, and his life were all gloriously incomplete, with vast silences filling the gaps that he could not figure out how to bridge.

This book had a profound appeal to my 17-year-old nihilistic self.

It presented a world where there seemed to be no inherent meaning other than that which could be directly perceived through our senses - what we could hear, touch, see, smell, or taste.

The protagonist, in many ways, served as a mirror to the reader. He expressed very few emotions, and instead, was mostly described in terms of physical sensations. This unique portrayal not only added depth to the character but also powerfully reinforced the central message of the novel.

It made me question the nature of existence and the role of our senses in constructing our understanding of the world.

It was as if the author was challenging me to look beyond the surface and explore the deeper implications of a life lived in accordance with this nihilistic perspective.

Overall, this book had a lasting impact on my young mind and continues to influence my thinking to this day.

A few years prior to my reading the biography of Camus, I had resided in Port-aux-Poules, Algeria. It was located along the coast, very close to Arzew and Oran.

During my stay there, I got to know the remnants of the pied noirs who were still in Algeria and learned about how they had been expelled. Perhaps it wasn't entirely unjust.

So, when I found out that Camus was one of these people, I read the story of his life. I had already considered that his "L'etranger" was one of the best books I had ever read. I wanted to understand how he had become an existentialist (I believe that was his term).

Algeria offers that backdrop where someone who doesn't originate from its native soil can only exist there as an existentialist. However, when growing up there, you wouldn't sense that. You're just a foreigner in a foreign land, which is an existentialist state, much like wartime, as you later discover. This is precisely what Camus uncovered as a Resistance leader during the Nazi occupation.

This book served as a great introduction to Existentialism, providing valuable insights into the life and思想 of Camus and the context in which his philosophy developed.