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    Home / News / Lifestyle News / Existential fiction books to read in your 20s
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    Existential fiction books to read in your 20s
    Books everyone in their 20s should read

    Existential fiction books to read in your 20s

    By Anujj Trehaan
    Mar 15, 2024
    04:27 pm

    What's the story

    In the journey through one's 20s, existential fiction acts as a reflective surface for the intense soul-searching may undergo.

    These stories explore deep themes of purpose, freedom, and identity, striking a chord with those traversing their formative years.

    The selected books are curated to both challenge and provide solace to individuals in pursuit of meaning within a complex and often perplexing world.

    Book 1

    'Existentialism is a Humanism'

    Existentialism is a Humanism by Jean-Paul Sartre, though not a novel, is a crucial lecture for those interested in existential fiction.

    Sartre examines the idea of radical freedom and the burden of responsibility, suggesting that humans are destined to be free.

    This seminal work provides essential context for readers looking to grasp the principles of existential thought and its implications on human existence.

    Book 2

    'The Stranger'

    In The Stranger, Albert Camus presents Meursault, an apathetic French Algerian whose random act of violence defies clear moral interpretation.

    This narrative thrusts readers into the heart of absurdism, challenging them to scrutinize the randomness of societal norms and the pursuit of authenticity in a seemingly indifferent world.

    Camus' work is a stark examination of life's inherent absurdity and our response to it.

    Book 3

    'Steppenwolf' 

    In Steppenwolf, Hermann Hesse delves into the inner turmoil of Harry Haller, who is torn between his human sensibilities and his primal, wolflike instincts.

    As he wanders through a society that he fundamentally rejects, Harry's path leads him to unexpected love and the potential for spiritual awakening.

    This narrative offers a deep dive into the quest for personal meaning in defiance of conventional norms.

    Book 4

    'Nausea'

    In Nausea, Jean-Paul Sartre introduces us to Antoine Roquentin, a man besieged by existential angst amidst daily life.

    Roquentin's interactions with ordinary objects stir a profound sense of alienation and disorientation, capturing the essence of existential contemplation.

    Sartre's narrative vividly illustrates the struggle to find meaning in existence and the weight of consciousness in defining our reality.

    Book 5

    'The Unbearable Lightness of Being'

    The Unbearable Lightness of Being by Milan Kundera intricately intertwines the intimate tales of love and personal quests with the vast canvas of political upheaval in Czechoslovakia.

    Kundera's characters grapple with the complexities of freedom, choice, and commitment, revealing the profound impact of historical events on individual lives and relationships.

    The novel dissects how private experiences are inextricably linked to public and political narratives.

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