Similarities

• existential themes: Antigone grapples with the individual's struggle against societal norms and divine law, while The Outsider delves into the absurdity of life and the meaningless of existence.
• conflict with society: Antigone and Meursault face conflict with societal expectations and norms. Antigone defies Creon's decree to bury her brother, while Meursault's detachment and unconventional behaviour led to his alienation from society
• Isolation: both Antigone and Meursault experience a sense of isolation. Antigone is isolated due to her defiance of the kings orders, and Meursault is emotionally detached and isolated from the world around him.
• tragic endings: both stories culminate in tragic endings for the protagonists. Antigone's defiance leads to her death, while Meursault's indifference and detached demeanour contributes to his conviction and eventual death.