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The Stranger,New
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Since It Was First Published In English, In 1946, Albert Camuss Extraordinary First Novel, The Stranger (Letranger), Has Had A Profound Impact On Millions Of American Readers. Through This Story Of An Ordinary Man Who Unwittingly Gets Drawn Into A Senseless Murder On A Sundrenched Algerian Beach, Camus Was Exploring What He Termed 'The Nakedness Of Man Faced With The Absurd.'Now, In An Illuminating New American Translation (The Only English Version Available For More Than Forty Years Was Done By A British Translator), The Original Intent Of The Stranger Is Made More Immediate, As Matthew Ward Captures In Exact And Lucid Language Precisely What Camus Said And How He Said It, Thus Giving This Haunting Novel A New Life For Generations To Come.Albert Camus, Son Of A Workingclass Family, Was Born In Algeria In 1913. He Spent The Early Years Of His Life In North Africa, Where He Worked At Various Jobs In The Weather Bureau, In An Automobileaccessory Firm, In A Shipping Company To Help Pay For His Courses At The University Of Algiers. He Then Turned To Journalism As A Career. His Report On The Unhappy State Of The Muslims Of The Kabylie Region Aroused The Algerian Government To Action And Brought Him Public Notice. From 1935 To 1938 He Ran The Theatre De Lequipe, A Theatrical Company That Produced Plays By Malraux, Gide, Synge, Dostoevski, And Others. During World War Ii He Was One Of The Leading Writers Of The French Resistance And Editor Of Combat, Then An Important Underground Newspaper. Camus Was Always Very Active In The Theater, And Several Of His Plays Have Been Published And Produced. His Fiction, Including The Stranger, The Plague, The Fall, And Exile And The Kingdom; His Philosophical Essays, The Myth Of Sisyphus And The Rebel; And His Plays Have Assured His Preeminent Position In Modern French Letters. In 1957 Camus Was Awarded The Nobel Prize For Literature. His Sudden Death On January 4, 1960, Cut Short The Career Of One Of The Most Important Literary Figures Of The Western World When He Was At The Very Summit Of His Powers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Stranger' by Albert Camus? A: The main theme of 'The Stranger' revolves around the concept of absurdism, exploring the lack of meaning in life and the indifference of the universe towards human existence.
- Q: Who is the protagonist of 'The Stranger'? A: The protagonist of 'The Stranger' is Meursault, an ordinary man whose experiences and reactions to life events lead him to a profound existential realization.
- Q: What is the significance of the setting in 'The Stranger'? A: The setting of 'The Stranger' is significant as it reflects the emotional landscape of the protagonist, with the sun-drenched Algerian beach symbolizing both freedom and the absurdity of life.
- Q: How does the revised edition of 'The Stranger' improve the reading experience? A: The revised edition of 'The Stranger' offers a new American translation by Matthew Ward, which captures the original intent and nuances of Camus's writing, making it more accessible and impactful for contemporary readers.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition of 'The Stranger' have? A: This edition of 'The Stranger' is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel for collectors and readers alike.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Acceptable' condition, which may include signs of wear but remains fully readable and intact.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Stranger'? A: The book contains 144 pages, making it a relatively quick read while still delivering profound philosophical insights.
- Q: When was 'The Stranger' first published in English? A: The Stranger was first published in English in 1946, and it has since become a seminal work in modern literature.
- Q: What literary category does 'The Stranger' fall under? A: The Stranger is categorized as a literary work, often studied for its philosophical themes and narrative style.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Stranger' and what is his significance? A: The author of 'The Stranger' is Albert Camus, a Nobel Prize-winning author known for his contributions to modern philosophy, particularly in existentialism and absurdism.