The Stranger
Book Review
The Stranger by Albert Camus is a work that deeply explores the absurdity of human existence and the alienation of the individual from society. The protagonist, Meursault, is presented to the reader as a man devoid of conventional moral compasses and emotional attachments. His indifference to his mother's death and subsequent killing of an Arab underscore his detachment and inability to empathize. Critics note that Camus masterfully conveys the atmosphere of absurdity and existential crisis, prompting the reader to ponder the meaning of life and the role of chance in human destiny. The narrative style, concise and precise, enhances the sense of hopelessness and meaninglessness, making the novel one of the key works of existentialist literature.
