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The Fall

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The Fall by Albert Camus is a captivating narrative that explores the life of a former Parisian lawyer named Jean-Baptiste Clamence. Set in Amsterdam, the novel delves into themes of guilt, regret, and existential introspection as Clamence reveals his inner turmoil and philosophical reflections on human nature and society’s moral norms. Through his confessions, readers are invited to ponder the complexities of conscience and the duality of self.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in exploring deep philosophical themes wrapped in a narrative that questions the nature of innocence, guilt, and redemption. Its unique monologue format offers a thought-provoking introspection into the complexities of human morality and existential angst.

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The Fall

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Introducing Little Clothbound Classics—irresistible, mini editions of short stories, novellas, and essays from the world's greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith.

Jean-Baptiste Clamence—refined, handsome, forty, a former successful lawyer—is in turmoil. Over several drunken nights, he regales a chance acquaintance with his story. He talks of parties and his debauchery, of Parisian nights and the Aegean sea, and, ultimately, of his self-loathing. One of Albert Camus' most famous works, The Fall is a brilliant, complex portrayal of lost innocence and the true face of man.

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The Fall by Albert Camus is often praised for its introspective narrative, exploring themes of existentialism and guilt through the monologue of a former Parisian lawyer. Reviewers highlight Camus's philosophical depth, the book's incisive critique of human nature, and its cleverly constructed dialogue. However, some readers find its dense prose challenging, yet ultimately rewarding for those interested in profound moral and existential questions.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241630778

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Translated by Robin Buss

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 114.0mm

Height: 167.0mm

Weight: 183g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Albert Camus (1913-60) grew up in a working-class neighbourhood in Algiers. He studied philosophy at the University of Algiers, and became a journalist. His most important works include The Outsider, The Myth of Sisyphus, The Plague and The Fall. After the occupation of France by the Germans in 1941, Camus became one of the intellectual leaders of the Resistance movement. He was killed in a road accident, and his last unfinished novel, The First Man, appeared posthumously.

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