Analysis Of The Book The Stranger By Albert Camus

Natalie Comella â€Å"The Outsider† Introduction â€Å"Life has to be given a meaning because of the obvious fact that it has no meaning.† Henry Miller â€Å"The outsider† also commonly known as â€Å"The Stranger† is written by Albert Camus. It is a book that explores the many concepts, understandings and overall idea of human life. As my group and I take time to break down the varies aspects of the book, please take time to reflect, and understand your own meaning of human life. Symbols Symbolism is often used to represent something of a close association or resemblance to an object or thing. In the outsider the symbols present aren’t really obvious, they are things that you put together as the book goes along. The first and most important symbol in the book is the sun. It is often seen to be a symbol of life, power, strength and energy. But in the outsider is used to symbolize something else. The sun is the indicator to Meursault’s emotions and actions. 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