Sisyphus (古希臘神話)： 紀德日紀 (1916)； Albert Camus的論文(1942)。比較黑澤明的佛教故事比喻 (回憶錄)
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詹姆斯在去世幾週前曾告訴母親，他正在讀法國哲學家阿爾貝·加繆的《西西弗斯神話》(The Myth of Sisyphus)。這本書在開篇處提出一個問題：人生是否值得活下去。李翊雲回憶起當時和詹姆斯的一次對話，她告訴兒子，大多數人忍受人生中單調或痛苦的部分，為的是享受由衷快樂的時刻。李翊雲和丈夫最後一次看到詹姆斯是他去世前的那個週末。他們晚飯後送他回宿舍，李翊雲問兒子在讀什麼書。詹姆斯說，他當時正在重讀《西西弗斯神話》。
Albert Camus (2)A HAPPY DEATH , La Peste (The Plague, 1946) The Stranger or The Outsider, (L’Étranger) /The Myth of Sisyphus
Covid肆虐3年，讓新潮文庫的《瘟疫》多賣出數百本.....
當然已經有直接翻譯自法文的 書，然而新潮本或許較為便宜......La Peste (The Plague, 1946)
昔日1972 在東海讀 Camus 之 The Plague (2023年拿它來開沈哥的文孝......)
不過 似乎老是在"第一段"的文字障中迷路
也許28年之後 讀其英文本 卻讀到該城的鴿聲/影.......
你還記得SARS(非典) 臨城的那段時間.....
卡繆的小說名著《瘟疫》:以阿爾及利亞為背景，但《瘟疫》的背景是城市。任何城市無論大小、無論在什麼國家，基本上都差不太多。"
Nothing is more despicable than respect based on fear." ~ Albert Camus
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Albert Camus (1963). “Carnets: 1935-1942”
202005年的紀錄：人生或許是一場打不贏的戰爭；每天都是Albert Camus 在The Myth of Sisyphus所說的；每天或每回，都要往山上努力推/背大石…….
日本NHK 今年有一「百歲萬歲」(2022日本百歲人數超過9萬人)年之節目：報導百歲老人之日常生活。
上周看的老先生，每日要用毛筆書寫：「日日是好日」數十遍。
"The Plague" (French: "La Peste") is a novel by Albert Camus, published in 1947. The story is set in the French Algerian city of Oran, where a deadly plague sweeps through the population, leading to widespread suffering and isolation. The narrative is presented through the eyes of an unnamed narrator, who provides a detailed account of the events and the impact of the plague on the community.
The novel explores profound themes such as human existence, suffering, and the absurdity of life. It reflects on how individuals respond to crisis and the moral dilemmas they face. The characters in the story, including Dr. Rieux, who fights against the epidemic, embody various responses to the plague, ranging from denial to acceptance and active resistance.
Camus uses the plague as an allegory for the human condition, particularly in the context of suffering and isolation. The narrative delves into the philosophical implications of living in a world where suffering is inevitable, prompting readers to reflect on the meaning of life and the importance of solidarity in the face of adversity.
"The Plague" has been recognized as one of Camus's most significant works, establishing itself as a classic of existential literature. Its themes resonate with readers, particularly in times of crisis, making it a timeless exploration of the human spirit.
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Themes in The Plague by Albert Camus
1. Absurdity and Existentialism
• Human struggle against meaningless fate
• Confronting the absurdity of life and death
2. Suffering and Solidarity
• Unity in the face of adversity
• Human connection and empathy
• Altruism and selflessness
3. Morality and Ethics
• Confronting moral dilemmas
• Choices between personal and collective good
• Exploring gray areas between right and wrong
4. Death and Mortality
• Confronting the inevitability of death
• Impact on human existence and meaning
• Transformation through loss
5. Isolation and Loneliness
• Physical and emotional isolation
• Effects on mental health and humanity
• Longing for connection
6. Social Commentary
• Critique of bureaucratic inefficiency
• Exploration of class divisions
• Reflections on societal values
7. Hope and Resilience
• Human capacity for endurance
• Finding hope amidst despair
• Resisting despair and finding meaning
8. Human Nature
• Exploration of human psychology
• Capacity for good and evil
• Complexity of human emotions
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