Albert Camus' "The Myth of Sisyphus: A Philosophical Novel" (Vintage International)

Amazon Customer: Huge fan of this book! Shipped super quick in perfect condition. Sometimes we don’t get a chance to hit up a local bookstore so getting this next day was an instant gratification equivalent. The book itself is amazing, super compelling, thought provoking and philosophical. If you’re a Camus fan definitely add this to the collection

United States on Mar 18, 2024

Phoenix: I got this after seeing it recommended for a college course. Very interesting information.

United States on Feb 28, 2024

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India on Jan 03, 2024

dorian: I chose to purchase this book after seeing world renowned singer, songwriter, musician, producer, banjo-player, julien baker’s tramp stamp tattoo. you might be thinking to yourself, what does a tramp stamp have to do with any of this? how does a tramp stamp relate to an accomplished writer and philosopher like albert camus? I predict you will be shocked by this information, but also happily educated. julien baker (may I remind you, a world renowned musician) has a tramp stamp tattoo with the words “absurd freedom.” do I understand what that means? not yet. not entirely at least. but the key word is “YET.” I will soon understand. I will soon be educated just like I educated all of you by writing this review. albert camus might’ve been considered the voice of his generation, and while I am not a voice of any generation, I am the voice of this amazon review section. I hope that means something to you. “always trust a tramp stamp.” — john lennon probably or maybe snooki.

United States on Oct 24, 2023

A person on the internet: It came a bit beat up from the mail, not too much, I doubt it was the seller’s fault, but anyway, its a book I’ve intended to read for a while, and now I’ll finally have the chance :)

Brazil on Oct 10, 2023

icruz90: This book was a fascinating read. I believe that I need to read it multiple times to fully understand it. Anyways, I found it interesting how Camus saw life at that point of his life. I wonder if his point of view changed throughout the years.

Canada on Aug 10, 2023

jonah armbruster: The formatting and some misspelling and small omissions can get alittle annoying but it's a solid compilation of essays for a good price on kindle

United States on Jul 29, 2023

Mari Carmen Lepe: Buena lectura

Mexico on Jul 10, 2023

jessica leblanc: Traditional book with a beautiful cover!

Japan on Feb 05, 2023

Teig Schneider: There generally is an opinion that early twentieth century French Philosophy, particularly Existentialism, promotes a negative, unhappy existence that should be just put up with until one dies. This couldn't be further from the truth, and a wonderful introduction to French Existentialism, and to its positive message is Albert Camus' The Myth of Sisyphus.

Camus promotes a very particular definition of The Absurd and this is the crux of his essay. The Absurd is neither a particular thing in reality, a judgement of reality, or a perspective of human thinking. The Absurd is that which arises when an individual becomes aware of the limits of his expectations to either understand the world or fulfill his goals of any notion of the Absolute (God, Truth, Freedom, Love). This is not a case for pessimism or renunciation. This is not a case for misery. Camus is attempting to express the sheer strength of one's being to face his natural limits and the worlds lack of intentionality or consideration for us. We, by nature are Rational creatures, hence we see the world Rationally and look for meaning and predictability to put are fears aside and to no longer feel like strangers in the...

United States on Mar 24, 2015