Name: The Trial
SKU: 56789542
Price: 1369.00 TWD
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Author: Franz Kafka
ISBN: 9789355274410

Type

Physical Book

Author

Franz Kafka

Publisher

Mjp Publishers

Language

English

Pages

240

Format

Hardcover

Dimensions

20.3x12.7x1.8 cm

Weight

0.39 kg.

ISBN13

9789355274410

Synopsis "The Trial"

The Trial, Franz Kafka's haunting and enigmatic masterpiece, is a chilling exploration of the human struggle against an inscrutable and oppressive bureaucracy. With its surreal atmosphere and unsettling portrayal of the individual's fight for justice, this novel has earned its place as a cornerstone of modern literature. The story follows Joseph K., an ordinary man who wakes up one morning to find himself arrested for an unspecified crime. As he navigates the labyrinthine legal system in search of answers, K. becomes increasingly entangled in a nightmarish web of absurdity and hopelessness. With every step, the elusive truth seems to slip further away, leaving K. to grapple with the maddening forces that seek to control his fate. A powerful allegory of the human condition, The Trial delves deep into themes of power, control, and the crushing weight of an indifferent system. Kafka's striking prose and masterful storytelling create an unforgettable portrait of a man caught in the gears of a senseless machine. Prepare to be immersed in the disquieting world of The Trial, a novel that defies convention and challenges our understanding of the world we inhabit.

Franz Kafka

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(Prague, Austro-Hungarian Empire, 1883 - Kierling, Austria, 1924) Bohemian writer in German language. His work, among the most influential in world literature, is a pioneer in the fusion of realistic elements with fantastic ones and focuses mainly on father-son conflicts, anxiety, existentialism, physical and psychological brutality, guilt, the philosophy of the absurd, bureaucracy, and spiritual transformations. He wrote notable novels and a large number of short stories, and also left behind extensive correspondence and autobiographical writings. His unique literary style has often been associated with the artistic philosophy of existentialism and expressionism. His personal relationships also had a significant impact on his writing. The term Kafkaesque is used in Spanish to describe bizarre situations, due to their absurdity and distressing nature.

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