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A review by foursythia
The Stranger by Albert Camus
funny
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
the book follows the main character who count his days to execution of his death penalty, the rest you may read on your own.
my take from this book is how interesting people perceive us, and the opinions they form about us & our tendency in a given setting, if we simply don't share their worldview or react to things the way they & most people do.
one of my favorite read this year if not ever. short read but impactful even months after i put it down, i finished it in 2 days. definitely very philosophical, a little weird and a lot depressing (but that's exactly why i find the book charming!). don't read this if you're a "no bullshit & no non-sensical" readers but if you like to entertain yourself & open up to quirky essential reads, this is for you. a little stream of consciousness style, he just talks & talks about his days & his thoughts and evaluation of it, perfect for people who's into nihilism btw.
my take from this book is how interesting people perceive us, and the opinions they form about us & our tendency in a given setting, if we simply don't share their worldview or react to things the way they & most people do.
one of my favorite read this year if not ever. short read but impactful even months after i put it down, i finished it in 2 days. definitely very philosophical, a little weird and a lot depressing (but that's exactly why i find the book charming!). don't read this if you're a "no bullshit & no non-sensical" readers but if you like to entertain yourself & open up to quirky essential reads, this is for you. a little stream of consciousness style, he just talks & talks about his days & his thoughts and evaluation of it, perfect for people who's into nihilism btw.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Gun violence, and Murder