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The Stranger: International Edition

By: Albert Camus
Narrated by: Jonathan Davis
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With millions of copies sold, The Stranger is one of the most widely read novels in the world. It stands as perhaps the greatest existentialist tale ever conceived.

When a young Algerian named Meursault kills a man, his subsequent imprisonment and trial are puzzling and absurd.

This remarkable translation by Matthew Ward has been considered the definitive English version since its original publication.

©2012 Albert Camus (P)2020 Recorded Books, Inc. Classics Genre Fiction Literary Fiction Psychological

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Excellent narration that just brought me back to to my youth. and I agree with the whole absurdity of evolutionary fate

Absurdity as it is

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Nice book to ease yourself into the absurdity of life. Would recommend for an angsty teen who is going through their first wave of existential dread. Great narration also!

Loved it

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a must listen, you must. Especially if you've got a few free hours, such an easy listen.

unbelievable post novel analysis

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This is my third listen to this recording. The story is something for itself, the protagonist is very well written, but also challenging because his way of thinking and living is detached from society.
But because of all the intentional gaps in the story, the book makes you think and wonder. Why is it so? Is the protagonist justified or not? How did he become like this? What does it tell of morality? Of justice.
The language and prose is sublime.

A classic - but not for everyone

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…and some nice extra audio material about the novel at the end of the recording.

Great book, wonderful narration

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My first step on the journey of philosophy and it has not disappointed, you will love this book I promise.

Honestly amazing

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It’s not a pleasant story. The protagonist, who is not particularly likeable from the outset, goes on to commit a heinous crime. However, the descriptive writing is awe inspiring. I was surprised to find ‘The End’ at the end of chapter 4, but the explanation of the translation into English in chapter 5 was interesting, as was the philosophical discussion in chapter 6. I’m left dissatisfied, however, at the complete focus on existentialism with no consideration to the mental health of M. Meursault, who, to me, seemed to be suffering the disconnection of some kind of relational trauma, which is reawakened by the death of his mother. It is thought provoking and the description, particularly of the sun and heat, is stunning.

Interesting read

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Really Interesting book, great ideas and Enjoyed the summary of Camus’s philosophy at the end

Don’t be a stranger to this book

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I'm not a huge reader, but I've never read anything like this. The book opens with such a sympathetic situation, but the main character's thoughts are so unrelatable.

I found it beautiful and weirdly life affirming.

SO weird

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An absolute classic great for getting into the world of absurdism and the end discussion with professor stone is also incredible

fantastic

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