The Plague by Albert Camus
The novel is set in the Algerian city of Oran during the 1940s, where a deadly plague sweeps through, causing the city to be quarantined. The story is told through the eyes of a doctor who witnesses the horror and suffering caused by the disease. The narrative explores themes of human resilience, solidarity, and the struggle against the absurdities of life. It also examines how individuals and society respond to death and disease, creating a profound meditation on the nature of existence and human endurance.
The 138th greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 1849
Since this book was first published in 1947, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 1849.0.
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