Ah cher ami, how poor in invention men are! They are They always think one commits suicide for a reason. But it's quite possible to commit suicide for two reasons. No, that never occurs to them. So what's the good of dying intentionally, of sacrificing yourself to the idea you want people to have of you? Once you are dead, they will take advantage of it to attribute idiotic or vulgar motives to your action. Martyrs, cher ami, must choose between being forgotten, mocked, or made use of. As for being understood--never!
In "The Fall," Albert Camus reflects on the simplicity with which people assess suicidal actions, often attributing them to singular motives. He proposes that individuals may decide to end their lives for multiple, complex reasons, which society tends to overlook. This lack of understanding speaks to a broader human limitation in recognizing the nuances of personal despair and the multifaceted nature of human experience.
Camus further explores the idea that once someone commits suicide, their intentions are often misrepresented. Instead of achieving clarity, the deceased face a legacy of misunderstanding, whether they are remembered as tragic figures or subjected to mockery. Ultimately, he suggests that true comprehension of one's actions is elusive, and individuals are left to navigate the painful aftermath of their decisions in a world that frequently fails to grasp their depth.
