The Ambivalence of the Absurd and the Absurd Hero in the Work of Albert Camus Cover Image

Ambivalence absurdna a absurdního hrdiny v díle Alberta Camuse
The Ambivalence of the Absurd and the Absurd Hero in the Work of Albert Camus

Author(s): David Provazník
Subject(s): Language and Literature Studies, Studies of Literature
Published by: Univerzita Palackého v Olomouci
Keywords: Albert Camus; existentialism; French literature; philosophy absurd

Summary/Abstract: The presented work deals with the issue of the absurd in the work of Albert Camus. The study deals with the relationship between existential philosophy and literature. The aim is to interpret the novel The Stranger in relation to the basic concepts of Albert Camus. In particular, it is absurd, revolt and resentment. The subject of interest is also the philosophical interpretation of these concepts, which have a fundamental impact on the form of existential literature.

  • Issue Year: 15/2023
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 36-82
  • Page Count: 47
  • Language: Czech