Quote by Albert Camus

The only picture of Tarrou he would always have would be the picture of a man who firmly gripped the steering-wheel of his car when driving, or else the picture of that stalwart body, now lying motionless. Knowing meant that: a living warmth, and a picture of death.


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Summary

This quote from "The Plague" by Albert Camus captures the duality of knowing someone. In this case, it refers to Tarrou, whose true picture in the protagonist's mind is limited to two contrasting images - one of him in control and alive, and the other of his lifeless body. The quote suggests that knowing someone involves both the warmth of their living presence and the acceptance of their mortality. It underscores the profound impact that knowledge, both factual and experiential, can have on our perceptions of individuals and the complexities of human existence.

By Albert Camus
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