The Meursault Investigation

Name: The Meursault Investigation
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781780748399
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By Kamel Daoud

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Summary

The Meursault Investigation by Kamel Daoud examines the story from Albert Camus's classic novel, but from a different perspective. It follows the brother of the unnamed Arab victim, exploring the repercussions of this murder on his family and their struggle with identity, colonial history, and existential themes. Set in post-independence Algeria, the novel offers a profound and thought-provoking reflection on justice and memory.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories that explore alternative perspectives on classic narratives, offering a fresh voice and lens on the events of Albert Camus' "The Outsider." You might find it engaging if you're intrigued by post-colonial themes, as it delves into identity, justice, and the enduring impact of historical events.

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He was the brother of 'the Arab' killed by the infamous Meursault, the antihero of Camus's classic novel. Angry at the world and his own unending solitude, he resolves to bring his brother out of obscurity by giving him a name - Musa - and a voice, and by describing the events that led to his senseless murder on a dazzling Algerian beach. A worthy complement to its great predecessor, The Meursault Investigation is not only a profound meditation on Arab identity and the disastrous effects of colonialism in Algeria, but also a stunning work of literature in its own right, told in a unique and affecting voice.

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The Meursault Investigation by Kamel Daoud is praised for its innovative retelling of Albert Camus's classic from an Algerian viewpoint, giving voice to the brother of the nameless Arab victim. Critics highlight its cleverness, blending humour with tragedy, and commend Daoud for his thought-provoking and poignant writing style. The novel is often described as a superb and extraordinary piece that is both a homage to Camus's work and a standalone literary triumph.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781780748399

Publisher: Oneworld Publications

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 June 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Oneworld Publications

Contributors:

Translated by John Cullen
Translated by John Cullen

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 160

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About the Author

Kamel Daoud is an Algerian journalist based in Oran, where he writes for the Quotidien d'Oran - the third largest French- language Algerian newspaper. He contributes a weekly column to Le Point, and his articles have appeared in Liberation, Le Monde, Courrier International, and are regularly reprinted around the world. International rights to the novel have been sold in twenty countries.