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"The Mysterious Stranger" is a philosophical and existential novel that challenges the notions of free will and moral responsibility. The story is set in a small Austrian town and revolves around a mysterious figure who appears and introduces himself as "Satan" (a pseudonym).The protagonist, a young man named August Feldner, encounters Satan, who reveals his skeptical and nihilistic views on existence. Satan’s conversations with August and other characters explore themes of determinism, the illusion of free will, and the inherent meaninglessness of human actions.