| Author |
Kafka, Franz, 1883-1924 |
| Title |
Betrachtung
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contemplation_(short_story_collection) Wikipedia page about this book: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Betrachtung_(Kafka)
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| Credits |
Produced by Jana Srna and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Betrachtung" by Franz Kafka is a collection of short prose pieces written in the early 20th century. This book encapsulates Kafka's unique narrative style and philosophical depth, exploring themes of alienation, introspection, and the absurdity of life. It reflects the complexities of human experience and the often surreal nature of existence, typical of Kafka's broader literary contributions. The content of "Betrachtung" features a series of vignettes that encapsulate moments of reflection, observation, and existential contemplation. Each piece delves into the inner thoughts and feelings of characters as they navigate mundane situations that reveal deeper psychological truths. The narratives range from an idle summer day spent observing nature to more absurd scenarios involving social interactions and personal dilemmas. Kafka's characters often grapple with feelings of isolation and absurdity, providing insight into the human condition through evocative, lyrical prose. Overall, the collection invites readers to ponder the intricacies of life and the often-intangible nature of human reality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
23532 |
| Release Date |
Nov 18, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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