39 pages 1 hour read

Albert Camus

The Rebel: An Essay on Man in Revolt

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1951

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Albert Camus' The Rebel divides readers, with acclaim for its profound philosophical insights on rebellion and critique of totalitarianism, while others find it dense and challenging. Its exploration of human nature and morality remains impactful, yet the prose can feel inaccessible and overly complex to some. A thought-provoking but demanding read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Rebel?

A reader who would enjoy The Rebel by Albert Camus is likely interested in existentialist and philosophical literature, grappling with themes of rebellion, freedom, and justice. They might also appreciate works like Jean-Paul Sartre's Being and Nothingness and Fyodor Dostoevsky's Notes from Underground for their similar exploration of human existence and moral ambiguity.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Philosophy
Politics / Government
Themes
Society: War
Society: Community
Society: Politics & Government
Period
Absurdism