Caligula by Albert Camus
A Play in Four Acts
The play explores the descent into madness of the Roman Emperor Caligula, who, after the death of his beloved sister Drusilla, becomes obsessed with the absurdity and meaninglessness of life. He embarks on a tyrannical reign marked by cruelty and irrationality, seeking to challenge the limits of power and the human condition. Through his actions, Caligula exposes the hypocrisy and moral decay of those around him, ultimately leading to his own downfall. The work delves into themes of existentialism, the search for freedom, and the consequences of absolute power.
The 16639th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1944
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 100-150
- Original Language
- French
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(4.5)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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