10 Great Books By Franz Kafka

29 Sept, 2024

A novella about Gregor Samsa, who wakes up one morning transformed into a giant insect, exploring themes of alienation and identity.

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The Metamorphosis

A novel about Josef K., who is arrested and prosecuted by an inaccessible authority for an unknown crime, reflecting Kafka’s views on bureaucracy and justice.

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The Trial

This novel follows a land surveyor named K. as he struggles to gain access to the mysterious Castle, symbolizing challenges of isolation.

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The Castle

A poignant letter where Kafka addresses his complicated relationship with his father, providing insight into his struggles.

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Letter to His Father

A haunting tale about a penal colony's brutal execution method, exploring moral and ethical questions.

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In The Penal Colony

This story reflects on the nature of art and the struggles of an artist seeking recognition and meaning.

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A Hunger Artist

A short story by Franz Kafka that explores themes of isolation, duty, and the absurdity of life.

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A Country Doctor

An incomplete novel following young Karl Rossmann, who is sent to America and navigates a bizarre and surreal landscape.

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Amerika

A story about a creature’s obsessive construction of a burrow, symbolizing anxiety and the desire for safety.

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The Burrow

A collection of correspondence between Kafka and Milena Jesenská, a Czech journalist and translator with whom he had a deep relationship.

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Letters to Milena