1. Camus's Characterization of Meursault in The Outsider
... by social norms to pose stark contrast with. Hence, Camus presents the protagonist's radical freedom and individuality by the use of contrast with other characters in the novel, creating an authentic character relative to orthodox society. The emotional peculiarities of Meursault are first demonstrated in his reactions at his mother's funeral. In the famous opening line "Mother died today. Maybe ... towards his disregard for human relationships. While grief is a heavy and debilitating emotion, the convention remains that one shows an emotional response to the death of a loved one and thi...
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