The Myth of Sisyphus

By: Albert Camus

Narrated by: Edoardo Ballerini

One of the most influential works of this century, The Myth of Sisyphus and Other Essays is a crucial exposition of existentialist thought. Influenced by works such as Don Juan and the novels of Kafka, these essays begin with a meditation on suicide; the question of living or not living in a universe devoid of order or meaning.

With lyric eloquence, Albert Camus brilliantly posits a way out of despair, reaffirming the value of personal existence and the possibility of life lived with dignity and authenticity.

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An enlightening take on a worthy absurd life

Edoardo Ballerini gave an excellent recitation of Albert Camus book. While I found Camus' arguments well stated and even compelling, he ends up covering the main arguments repeatedly which made the 2nd half of book somewhat tiring.

Conversational tone, lots of imagery.

It's a short listen. And like a lot of writers, Nietzche and after, Camus presents his philosophy in a conversational tone. His profession, the theater, provides a lot of imagery, but rarely.
Honestly, I think they set themselves up poorly, lofty a goal to explain suicide. Behind Schopenhauer 'architectural' tone is a lecture rather a conversation regarding this issue. Camus addresses the issue directly. Personally, rather inconclusive.
Together however... Schopenhauer might have hit the nail on head as to the 'essence of suicide' while Camus deals with its current iteration.

philosophy and essays

A bit of deep thought, over fluffed opinions by the writers but we'll worth the pondering and internal debate of our own opinions

His profound way of speaking.

The myth of Sisyphus is a classic. If you want to challenge your way of thinking and evolve philosophically this is a must.

Amazing

Camus is such a wonderful read every time and it's awesome to have someone reading it to you like this. So good. Best served with coffee.