Albert Camus was a notable French philosopher and author. This quote suggests that besides the unavoidable reality of death, every experience of joy or happiness grants us a sense of freedom. Camus emphasizes that happiness and joy enable us to live fully and experience life. This reflection resonates with many people because it encourages an understanding of the importance of finding joy in life, despite its challenges. Recognizing that happiness provides us with liberty can lead to a more fulfilling existence, where we value every joyful moment as essential in our lives.
B1 · Intermediate · 92 words · ~1 min
Quote of the day · Albert Camus · Wikiquote

Outside of that single fatality of death, everything, joy or happiness, is liberty.
— Albert Camus
Word notebook · B1
Tap a highlighted word in the text, or study the list below.
- notable
- worthy of attention or important
- unavoidable
- something that cannot be avoided or prevented
- emphasizes
- to give special importance to something
- reflect
- to think deeply about something
- fulfilling
- satisfying and rewarding
- existence
- the state of being alive
Comprehension check · B1
Finished reading? See how much stuck.
1.What does Camus say is unavoidable?
2.According to the quote, what does happiness grant us?
3.Why is the quote significant for many people?















































