marisa_n 's review for:

The Stranger by Albert Camus

3.5

challenging dark reflective sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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The Stranger is about a man who views life as inherently meaningless. He is constantly pressured by those around him to share a sense of meaning & morality. When he rejects their attempts to make life meaningful (ex: adventure, love, religion, rule of law, etc.) he threatens their view of life, and therefore society itself. 

Now, was that my takeaway while I was *actively* reading this book? No. I found the book itself to be quite boring. With this broader understanding in mind, perhaps it would be enjoyable to re-read. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Gun violence, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexual violence, Violence, Death of parent, Murder