First published 2025
In the shadow of World War II, philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre grapples with the competing ideologies of existentialism and Marxism. Torn between individual freedom and collective revolution, he embarks on a personal odyssey that leads him from the streets of Paris to the factories of the industrial north. As he navigates this ideological minefield, Sartre must confront his own doubts and desires, risking everything to forge a new path forward. At the heart of his journey lies the question: can one man's pursuit of meaning transform a fractured world?
Genres: philosophy, 20th-century, political-science, academic
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: ideological-conflict, personal-journey
Setting: Paris, Industrial North
Period: World War II
304 pages · Paperback · Verso