Quote by Albert Camus

When one has no character, one HAS to apply a method. Here it did wonders incontrovertibly, and I am living on the site of one of the greatest crimes in human history.

When one has no character, one HAS to apply a method. Here i

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The quote suggests that when a person lacks integrity or moral character, they resort to using methods or strategies to achieve their goals. In this context, employing a method has yielded impressive results despite being linked to a significant historical atrocity. The speaker acknowledges living on the site of a great crime, implying that this achievement has come at a considerable cost or unethical actions. The quote highlights the potential consequences when individuals prioritize the attainment of goals over maintaining a strong moral compass.

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