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"The Myth of Sisyphus" (Albert Camus)

"The Myth of Sisyphus" is an essay by Albert Camus that explores the idea of absurdity in human existence. It tells the story of Sisyphus, a figure from Greek mythology condemned to endlessly roll a boulder up a hill, only for it to roll back down. Camus uses this myth to illustrate the struggle of human life, where individuals search for meaning in a seemingly indifferent universe. He argues that, despite the futility of our efforts, we can find meaning in the struggle itself and embrace our circumstances with defiance, ultimately declaring that "one must imagine Sisyphus happy."

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    "The Myth of Sisyphus," a philosophical essay by Albert Camus, explores the theme of absurdism—the conflict between the human desire for meaning and the indifferent universe. Camus uses the Greek myth of Sisyphus, condemned to eternally roll a boulder up a hill only for it to roll back down, as a metaphor for human existence. He suggests that while life may seem pointless, we can find value and purpose in our struggles. Embracing the absurdity of life allows us to live authentically and passionately, choosing to find joy in our tasks despite their inherent meaninglessness.