Exile and the Kingdom is a collection of six short stories that explore themes of isolation, human resilience, and the search for meaning. Set in various locations, including Algeria and France, each story delves into characters facing profound existential challenges, struggling with their sense of self, or grappling with moral and societal dilemmas. Camus’s writing captures the alienation and absurdity of modern life, offering a nuanced look at the complexities of the human condition. Included are:
THE ADULTEROUS WOMAN
THE RENEGADE
THE SILENT MEN
THE GUEST
THE ARTIST AT WORK
THE GROWING STONE
Albert Camus (1913-1960) was a French-Algerian author, journalist, and playwright best known for his absurdist works The Stranger (1942) and The Plague T (1947). He won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1957 at the age of 43, the second youngest recipient in history.