The First Man

The First Man

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Condition: SECONDHAND

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Author: Albert Camus
Binding: Paperback
Published: PENGUIN BOOKS, 2000

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

This poignant novel chronicles the early life of Jacques Cormery, a boy growing up in poverty in French Algeria, offering a profound meditation on memory, identity, and the impact of colonialism. The narrative masterfully presents a world shaped by hardship and the complexities of a divided society. It uncovers the protagonist's quest for understanding his origins and his place within a turbulent historical landscape. The work illustrates the enduring power of personal history and the search for meaning amidst adversity, resonating with themes of belonging and displacement.

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Description

Author: Albert Camus
Binding: Paperback
Published: PENGUIN BOOKS, 2000

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

This poignant novel chronicles the early life of Jacques Cormery, a boy growing up in poverty in French Algeria, offering a profound meditation on memory, identity, and the impact of colonialism. The narrative masterfully presents a world shaped by hardship and the complexities of a divided society. It uncovers the protagonist's quest for understanding his origins and his place within a turbulent historical landscape. The work illustrates the enduring power of personal history and the search for meaning amidst adversity, resonating with themes of belonging and displacement.