Stranger Journal 2

Journal # 2, Chapters 1 and 2.

Mersault is an average man, who has average needs and desires. However, he is also detached from the world, very straightforward, immoral, and unemotional thus far. His actions show that he is unreligious and probably an Atheist, which would fit with the general philosophy of existentialism as well. Camus creates his protagonist and has him do these actions to demonstrate that existentialism is a good option. After Marie leaves, for instance, Mersault doesn't seem to care. He realizes that his relationship with her doesn't matter, niether does his Maman's death or anything. Nothing has changed.