A revolta como compromisso ético no ciclo do absurdo de Albert Camus

Abstract

This dissertation explores the concept of the absurd in the philosophy and literature of Albert Camus, analyzing its ethical and existential impact. Drawing on the philosophical influences of Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Heidegger, and Sartre, the study examines how Camus develops an original response to the absurd, rejecting transcendental solutions and affirming rebellion as an ethical act. Through works such as The Stranger, The Myth of Sisyphus, and Caligula, the dissertation investigates how the absurd shapes Camus's views on freedom, authenticity, and solidarity. Ultimately, it argues that rebellion, as a lucid acknowledgment of the human condition, serves as the foundation for an ethical commitment that transcends despair and proposes a meaningful life.