The myth of Sisyphus, and other essays / Albert Camus ; translated from the French by Justin O'Brien.
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TextLanguage: English Original language: French Series: Vintage International (Series)Publication details: New York : Vintage Books, 1991Edition: 1st Vintage international edDescription: vi, 212 p. ; 21 cmISBN: 0679733736 (pbk.); 9780679733737 (pbk.); 9781439505564 (Paw Prints lib. bdg.); 143950556X (Paw Prints lib. bdg.)Uniform titles: Mythe de Sisyphe. English Subject(s): ExistentialismLOC classification: PQ2605.A3734 | M913 1991
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Summary: One of the most influential works of this century, this is a crucial exposition of existentialist thought. Influenced by works such as Don Juan and the novels of Kafka, these essays begin with a meditation on suicide: the question of living or not living in an absurd universe devoid of order or meaning. With lyric eloquence, Camus posits a way out of despair, reaffirming the value of personal existence, and the possibility of life lived with dignity and authenticity.--From publisher description.
The myth of Sisyphus -- Summer in Algiers -- The minotaur, or, The stop in Oran -- Helen's exile -- Return to Tipasa -- The artist and his time.
| Current library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martha's Vineyard High School Library | ESSAYS/CAM (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | 39844500047473 |
Originally published: New York : Knopf, 1955.
The myth of Sisyphus -- Summer in Algiers -- The minotaur, or, The stop in Oran -- Helen's exile -- Return to Tipasa -- The artist and his time.
One of the most influential works of this century, this is a crucial exposition of existentialist thought. Influenced by works such as Don Juan and the novels of Kafka, these essays begin with a meditation on suicide: the question of living or not living in an absurd universe devoid of order or meaning. With lyric eloquence, Camus posits a way out of despair, reaffirming the value of personal existence, and the possibility of life lived with dignity and authenticity.--From publisher description.
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