Nausea (Penguin Modern Classics) By Jean-Paul Sartre

THE SEMINAL MASTERPIECE OF EXISTENTIALIST PHILOSOPHY.

Antoine Roquentin is an introspective historian living in the French port town of Bouville. He is a man who begins to feel a profound, inexplicable sense of sickness—a "nausea"—as he realizes that the objects and people around him are entirely devoid of inherent meaning. Nausea chronicles his dizzying journey through this realization, confronting the terrifying yet liberating truth that he is an entirely free agent in an indifferent world.

As one of the most influential works of the 20th century, Jean-Paul Sartre’s debut novel is both a gripping psychological study and a profound exploration of existentialism. It challenges the reader to grapple with the angst of absolute freedom and the necessity of defining one’s own purpose. This Penguin Modern Classics edition, translated by Robert Baldick with an introduction by James Wood, offers a definitive look at the book that established Sartre as a central figure in modern philosophy and literature.

Why this book is a must-read:

• Philosophical Landmark: An essential text for anyone interested in existentialism, personal freedom, and the search for meaning in a modern world.

• Compelling Narrative: A powerful, introspective story that captures the "dizzying angst" of existence with raw honesty.

• A "Philosophical Novel" Success: Celebrated by Iris Murdoch as a rare success in the genre—a tour de force that is as intellectually stimulating as it is emotionally resonant.

• Modern Classic: A foundational piece of post-war European culture, essential for any serious collection of 20th-century literature.

Face the freedom of existence. Add Nausea to your collection at Beetle Bookshop today.