Exile and the Kingdom
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Short Story • Fiction
Algeria • Mid-20th century
1991
Adult
18+ years
Exile and the Kingdom is a collection of six short stories by Albert Camus. These narratives explore themes of human isolation, existential conflict, and the search for meaning. Stories like "The Adulterous Woman" and "The Silent Men" depict individuals confronting personal dilemmas, societal norms, and the desire for freedom and belonging.
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Exile and the Kingdom by Albert Camus receives praise for its exploration of existential themes and human isolation through well-crafted short stories. Readers appreciate Camus' lucid prose and philosophical depth. Critics, however, note occasional narrative repetition and a lack of character development, which may disengage some. Overall, it remains a thought-provoking collection.
A reader who enjoys Exile and the Kingdom by Albert Camus is typically drawn to philosophical and existential themes. They might appreciate works like Sartre's Nausea and Kafka's The Metamorphosis for their deep exploration of human isolation and meaning, favoring stories that challenge perspectives on freedom, identity, and exile.
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After being originally published in French in 1957 under the title L'exil et le royaume, Exile and the Kingdom was translated into English and made available to the English-speaking audience in 1958.
Exile and the Kingdom consists of six short stories, showcasing Camus' exploration of alienation and self-discovery, marking a thematic continuation from his earlier philosophical works.
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The book was published just three years before Albert Camus was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1957, highlighting his impact and contribution to the field of literature during that era.
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213
Short Story • Fiction
Algeria • Mid-20th century
1991
Adult
18+ years
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