Curated Works of Franz Kafka 5 Books Set - Classic Literary Fiction Short Story Novels Paperback Collection, Age 12+
ISBN
9789124353049
SKU
LWP12890
Publisher
Wilco Book Ltd
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Titles in Collection & Description
Introduction:
Dive into the haunting and enigmatic world of Franz Kafka with this essential collection. Featuring his seminal novels, iconic novellas, evocative short stories, and personal correspondence, this set offers a comprehensive glimpse into Kafka's profound and unsettling literary genius.
Titles In This Set:
The Trial
Short Stories
Letters to Millena
The Castle
The Metamorphosis
Description:
The Trial
In this chilling novel, Josef K., a bank clerk, finds himself inexplicably arrested and thrust into a bewildering legal process where he is never told of the charges against him. As he navigates the opaque bureaucracy, Kafka masterfully explores themes of guilt, power, and the absurdity of modern life.
Short Stories
This collection brings together Kafka's finest short works, showcasing his unique ability to blend the surreal with the everyday. From the enigmatic "The Metamorphosis" to the haunting "In the Penal Colony," these stories delve into themes of isolation, existential dread, and the dark corners of the human psyche.
Letters to Milena
A deeply personal compilation of Kafka's correspondence with Milena Jesenská, a writer and translator. These letters provide an intimate glimpse into Kafka's inner world, revealing his profound anxieties, passionate intellect, and the tender yet complicated relationship with Milena.
The Castle
Kafka's enigmatic novel follows the protagonist, K., as he attempts to gain access to a mysterious castle and its elusive authorities. Through K.'s fruitless efforts and the labyrinthine bureaucratic obstacles he faces, Kafka paints a haunting portrait of alienation and the futile quest for meaning and acceptance.
The Metamorphosis
One of Kafka's most famous works, this novella tells the story of Gregor Samsa, who wakes up one morning to find himself transformed into a giant insect. As Gregor struggles to adapt to his new reality, Kafka explores themes of identity, family, and the human condition in this profoundly unsettling and thought-provoking tale.
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