Le Malentendu by Albert Camus
The story revolves around a mother and daughter who run a small, isolated inn where they murder wealthy guests to steal their money. When the estranged son and brother returns home after many years, hoping to reconnect without revealing his identity, he becomes an unsuspecting victim of their scheme. The narrative explores themes of existentialism, the absurdity of life, and the tragic consequences of miscommunication and misunderstanding, ultimately leading to a devastating and ironic climax.
- Published
- 1944
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 80-100
- Original Language
- French
- Avg User Rating
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(4.3)
- Alternate Titles
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- Caligula Suivi De Le Malentendu
- Das Missverständnis
- El Malentendido
- Il Malinteso
- The Misunderstanding
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