Thus, in a middle course between these heights and depths, they drifted through life rather than lived, the prey of aimless days and sterile memories, like wandering shadows that could have acquired substance only by consenting to root themselves in the solid earth of their distress.
Albert CamusTo abandon oneself to principles is really to die - and to die for an impossible love which is the contrary of love.
Albert CamusTruth, like light is dazzling. By contrast, untruth is a beautiful sunset that enhances everything.
Albert CamusThis absurd, godless world is, then, peopled with men who think clearly and have ceased to hope. And I have not yet spoken of the most absurd character, who is the creator.
Albert Camus