“If only nature is real and if, in nature, only desire and destruction are legitimate, then, in that all humanity does not suffice to assuage the thirst for blood, the path of destruction must lead to universal annihilation.”
Quote by Albert Camus
Work
The Rebel: An Essay on Man in Revolt
This essay delves into the concept of rebellion, examining its significance in the context of human life and society. It analyzes the motivations behind acts of rebellion and their implications for individual and collective identity. more
Author
Albert Camus
Albert Camus was a French author and philosopher, born on November 7, 1913, and died on January 4, 1960. Known for his unique existentialist philosophy and profound insights into human suffering, Camus' works include 'The Stranger', 'The Plague', and 'The Myth of Sisyphus', which have had a profound impact on 20th-century literature. more
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