Reflections on the Guillotine

Brief Overview

«Reflections on the Guillotine» is an essay by Albert Camus in which the author presents arguments against the death penalty. Camus seeks to deeply contemplate and critically assess capital punishment as a method of justice. He analyzes the historical development and justifications for executions, highlighting their injustice and inhumanity. Arguing against the death penalty, Camus draws on philosophical, social, and personal grounds, suggesting methods of correction and rehabilitation instead of extreme measures like the guillotine. The essay is filled with the author's personal reflections, historical analysis, and philosophical musings on the meaning of life and human justice.