The Age of Reason

The Age of Reason

(Author) Jean-Paul Sartre
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Set in volatile Paris of 1938, this novel follows two days in the life of Mathieu Delarue and his circle. Mathieu has so far managed to contain sex and personal freedom in separate compartments, but now he is in trouble, urgently trying to find money to procure a safe abortion for his mistress.

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Publisher:
Penguin Classics
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
334
ISBN:
9780141185286
Publish year:
2001
Publish date:
Feb. 22, 2001

Jean-Paul Sartre

Jean-Paul Sartre (1905-1980) was a French philosopher, novelist, and playwright known for his existentialist philosophy. His most notable works include "Being and Nothingness" and "No Exit". Sartre's literary style is characterized by complex language, deep exploration of human consciousness, and questions of freedom and responsibility. He is credited with popularizing existentialism and has had a significant impact on the literary genre. His most famous work, "Being and Nothingness", explores the concept of existence and the individual's struggle to define themselves in an indifferent world. Sartre's contributions to literature have made him a towering figure in 20th-century philosophy and literature.

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