The Plague – Albert Camus

  What happens when an entire city is suddenly cut off from the world?

Albert Camus’ The Plague is a gripping and profound novel that delves into the human condition during a time of crisis. Set in Oran, a French-Algerian town, the novel follows the outbreak of a deadly plague that turns life upside down, forcing its citizens into isolation, fear, and survival mode.

As the epidemic spreads, the city's streets grow eerily silent, hospitals overflow, and daily routines dissolve into chaos and uncertainty. Through the eyes of Dr. Rieux, who fights tirelessly to help the sick, we witness the different ways people react to disaster—some with courage, others with denial, selfishness, or despair.

A Story That Feels All Too Real

Camus’ novel is not just about disease—it’s about resilience, human connection, and the search for meaning in a senseless world. Written in 1947, it was seen as an allegory for war and oppression, but today, it resonates as a powerful reflection on modern crises, pandemics, and the unpredictability of life.

Translated by Stuart Gilbert, this complete and unabridged edition presents The Plague as an unforgettable literary masterpiece—one that asks:

❝ How do we find hope in the darkest of times? ❞