Travels in the Americas

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Albert Camus, a prominent French writer, is celebrated for his influential novels and philosophical works. However, his journals, kept from 1935 to 1959, provide a personal insight into his thoughts and experiences. Beautifully retranslated by Ryan Bloom and introduced by Alice Kaplan, this collection showcases Camus's reflections during his visits to the United States in 1946 and South America in 1949. At the time of his 1946 trip, Camus was largely unknown in America, but the impending publication of "The Stranger" would soon change that, propelling him to literary stardom. By 1949, he had become an international celebrity. His journals from these journeys capture his impressions, frustrations, and aspirations, revealing vivid first encounters with New York City, interactions with publishers, and moments shared with fellow travelers. Camus's candidness shines through as he expresses irritation with mediocrity and grapples with health issues, while also finding joy in landscapes, women, and his philosophical musings. Now available in English after a long absence, these journals invite readers to accompany the existentialist thinker on his journey, exploring his passions and concerns in his unique voice.