The Misunderstanding

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About “The Misunderstanding”

The Misunderstanding, sometimes published as Cross Purpose, is a play written by Albert Camus in 1943 in occupied France. The play explores Camus's concept of the Absurd, a central theme in his philosophical work. It reflects his thoughts on the conflict between human desire for meaning and the silent, indifferent universe. The play was written during a time of political tension and reflects Camus's engagement with existential and philosophical questions. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)

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First published
1944