The Fall: Albert Camus’ Classic Novel of Existentialism and Guilt

Albert Camus’ The Fall is a timeless masterpiece of existentialism, exploring the meaning of morality and justice in an absurd world. Through the story of Jean-Baptiste Clamence, a Parisian lawyer-turned-philosopher, readers are captivated by his reflections on life, death, and the human condition. In this powerful classic, Camus probes questions of guilt, regret and despair through vivid descriptions of Clamence’s journey from success to spiritual emptiness. The Fall is an intensely thought-provoking novel that will stay with you long after reading it.