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The First Man

by Albert Camus, Catherine Camus, David Hapgood
The First Man - Thryft
The First Man - Thryft

Triumph through adversity in Algeria.

"The First Man" is a deeply moving and introspective novel that explores the life of Jacques Cormery as he navigates through the complexities of his childhood experiences in Algeria. Camus' vivid and poignant writing style captures the essence of Cormery's struggles and his eventual triumphs, making this a compelling read for anyone seeking a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant narrative.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The First Man

by Albert Camus, Catherine Camus, David Hapgood
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ISBN: 9780679768166
Authors: Albert Camus, Catherine Camus, David Hapgood
Publisher: Vintage
Date of Publication: 1996-08-06
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Literary Fiction
Related Topics: Philosophy, French Literature, Literature, Classics
Goodreads rating: 3.97
(rated by 9694 readers)

Description

The unfinished manuscript of The First Man was discovered in the wreckage of car accident in which Camus died in 1960. Although it was not published for over thirty years, it was an instant bestseller when it finally appeared in 1994. The 'first man' is Jacques Cormery, whose poverty-stricken childhood in Algiers is made bearable by his love for his silent and illiterate mother, and by the teacher who transforms his view of the world. The most autobiographical of Camus's novels, it gives profound insights into his life and the powerful themes underlying his work.
 

Triumph through adversity in Algeria.

"The First Man" is a deeply moving and introspective novel that explores the life of Jacques Cormery as he navigates through the complexities of his childhood experiences in Algeria. Camus' vivid and poignant writing style captures the essence of Cormery's struggles and his eventual triumphs, making this a compelling read for anyone seeking a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant narrative.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.