“Again and again there comes a time in history when the man who dares to say that two and two make four is punished with death. ("The Plague")”
Quote by Albert Camus
Work
The plague: translated from the French
Albert Camus's classic novel depicts the impact of a plague on a small community, examining the reactions of its inhabitants and the broader philosophical implications of the human condition. 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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