A Happy Death

Interesting Facts

• The book was written between 1936 and 1938 but was only published after the author's death in 1971.
• The main character, Patrice Meursault, shares the same surname as the protagonist of «The Stranger», creating intriguing parallels between these works.
• The novel explores themes of existentialism and absurdity, which became central in the author's later works.
• The book is largely autobiographical, reflecting the author's personal experiences and philosophical reflections.
• The work consists of two parts: the first part describes the murder and the protagonist's journey, while the second part is devoted to his attempts to find happiness.