Albert Camus, born on November 7, 1913, in Mondovi, Algeria, was a French-Algerian philosopher, author, and journalist. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential writers of the 20th century. Camus' early life was marked by poverty, and his father died in World War I when Camus was just a year old. Raised by his mother in Algiers, he excelled academically and eventually studied philosophy at the University of Algiers. Camus' literary career began with his involvement in journalism, where he worked for the anti-colonialist newspaper Alger Républicain. His first major work, "The Stranger" (1942), introduced his philosophy of the absurd, exploring the irrationality of the world and the human struggle to find meaning. This was further developed in "The Myth of Sisyphus" (1942), where he presents the concept of the absurd hero who persists despite the lack of inherent meaning in life. During World War II, Camus joined the French Resistance and became the editor-in-chief of the underground newspaper Combat. His wartime experiences influenced his novel "The Plague" (1947), an allegory of the Nazi occupation of France, highlighting themes of human suffering and solidarity. In 1957, Camus was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature for his significant contribution to literature and his insightful exploration of human conscience and morality. Despite his acclaim, Camus often faced criticism for his political views, particularly his stance against communism and his advocacy for a peaceful resolution to the Algerian War. Tragically, Albert Camus' life was cut short in a car accident on January 4, 1960. His works, including "The Fall" (1956) and "Exile and the Kingdom" (1957), continue to be celebrated for their profound philosophical insights and their exploration of the human condition. Camus' legacy endures as a testament to his profound impact on literature and philosophy.