Camus rejected systematic philosophy and rationalism in his early works. His philosophy centers on finding meaning in the face of death. He argued that suicide is the only serious philosophical question. Camus rejected religious hope and emphasized living in the present
Novel follows Oran city during plague outbreak and quarantine. Based on 1849 cholera epidemic, set in 1940s. Thousands of rats die in streets, leading to epidemic
Camus's 1942 philosophical essay explores the absurdity of life. Influenced by Kierkegaard, Schopenhauer, and Nietzsche. Published in French in 1942, English in 1955. Dedicated to Pascal Pia and organized into four chapters
Born in 1913 in Algeria to French-Algerian parents. Suffered from tuberculosis throughout his life. Studied philosophy at University of Algiers. Married twice, had two children
Born in Algeria in 1913, lost father in World War I. Moved to Algiers with mother after father's death. Suffered multiple tuberculosis attacks, interrupted education. Studied philosophy at University of Algiers, influenced by Jean Grenier
Albert Camus was a philosopher, author, and journalist. His most famous work is "The Stranger" published in 1946. He was one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century