... Albert Camus wrote The Stranger during the Existentialist movement, which explains why the main character in the novel, Meursault, is characterized as detached and emotionless, two of the aspects of existentialism. In Meursault, Camus creates a character he intends his readers to relate to, because he creates characters placed in realistic situations. He wants the reader to form a changing, ambiguous opinion of ... society is emotional about. He cannot find anything in his life worth making an effort for. It is the actions of Meursault, the main character, that make the novel and define...

• Word Count: 1244
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School