Abstract Book of the 7th International Conference on Future of Social Sciences and Humanities
Year: 2025
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The Absurd Character in World Literature: Between Revolt and Resignation to Fate
Vjollca Dibra, Sanije Parallangaj
ABSTRACT:
This paper examines the absurd character in world literature through a comparative and analytical approach, investigating how absurdity manifests in literary works and its philosophical implications. It highlights the influence of existentialist philosophy and the theater of the absurd, focusing on Albert Camus, Franz Kafka, and Samuel Beckett while incorporating broader literary traditions. The study explores two key reactions to absurdity: rebellion as a form of resistance and resignation as an acceptance of absurd existence. Through a close examination of primary texts, this paper analyzes how absurdity challenges conventional notions of heroism, morality, and rationality. The findings indicate that absurdist character’s function as both literary constructs and existential reflections, illustrating the tension between human agency and meaninglessness. By employing a comparative literary method, this study situates absurdist literature within its historical and philosophical contexts, revealing its continued relevance in contemporary thought. The research contributes to the broader understanding of existentialist literature, highlighting the diverse manifestations of absurdity across different periods and cultures.
Keywords: absurdism, existentialism, literature, philosophy, theater