The Stranger by Albert Camus A Critical Introduction (Revised Edition) (Paperback)

Ray Moore M.A.

ISBN 10: 1507792425 / ISBN 13: 9781507792421

Published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, 2015

About this Item

Paperback. The Second Edition of this popular critical study has been significantly expanded and completely revised, making it the most thorough single-volume study of Camus' classic novel. A Critical Introduction places Camus' ideas in context. Part One shows the development of his thought in the early essays, the unpublished "A Happy Death", the plays "Caligula" and "The Misunderstanding", and the philosophical work "The Myth of Sisyphus". Building on this foundation, Part Two gives a detailed, consistent reading of "The Stranger". The aim throughout, is to explain the meaning that Camus intended his text to have, thus meeting the needs of both the general reader and the student up to graduate level. This guide is thought provoking and encourages the reader to develop their own ideas about interpreting the central themes of the text. You may also be interested in this Ray Moore's Study Guide on Kamel Daoud's "The Meursault Investigation" NOTE An updated cover for "The Stranger by Albert Camus: A Critical Introduction (Revised Edition)" has recently been uploaded for the book to reflect its inclusion in the author's Critical Introduction Series This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Stranger by Albert Camus A Critical Introduction (Revised Edition) (Paperback)
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1507792425
• ISBN 13: 9781507792421
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

The Second Edition of this popular critical study has been significantly expanded and completely revised, making it the most thorough single-volume study of Camus’ classic novel. A Critical Introduction places Camus’ ideas in context. Part One shows the development of his thought in the early essays, the unpublished “A Happy Death”, the plays “Caligula” and “The Misunderstanding”, and the philosophical work “The Myth of Sisyphus”. Building on this foundation, Part Two gives a detailed, consistent reading of “The Stranger”. The aim throughout, is to explain the meaning that Camus intended his text to have, thus meeting the needs of both the general reader and the student up to graduate level. This guide is thought provoking and encourages the reader to develop their own ideas about interpreting the central themes of the text. You may also be interested in this Ray Moore's Study Guide on Kamel Daoud's "The Meursault Investigation" NOTE An updated cover for "The Stranger by Albert Camus: A Critical Introduction (Revised Edition)" has recently been uploaded for the book to reflect its inclusion in the author's Critical Introduction Series

About the Author

Ray has worked as a teacher in schools in England and America. He also was an examination marker for English Literature in England and therefore knows how to guide pupils to achieve good results. As a teacher of many years, Ray shares his knowledge of interesting books with you the reader to allow you to delve more deeply beyond the surface reading of a book. His guidance will allow you to develop your own ideas and be able to support your opinions because of your understanding of the text.