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A Happy Death

Albert Camus
fr. La Mort heureuse · 1971
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Interesting Facts

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.
A Happy Death
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Date of publication: 28 September 2024
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Author: 
Albert Camus
Original title: fr. La Mort heureuse · 1971
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