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“If pimps and thieves were invariably sentenced, all decent people would get to thinking they themselves were constantly innocent.”

Quote by Albert Camus

Book:The fall
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The fall

A narrative that delves into the complexities of personal and societal decline, examining the journey from stability to chaos and the search for redemption. more

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Albert Camus
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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