Name: The Basic Kafka
ISBN: 9780671531454

Franz Kafka

Published together for the first time are selections from all Kafka's writings: The Metamorphosis, Josephine The Singer, plus his short stories, parables, and his personal diaries and letters.

The Basic Kafka

John Balek

Previously, the only Kafka I had read was The Metamorphosis; which I read sophomore year of high school. Kafka has such as interesting view of the world; its dismal and depressing yet humorous at times and poignant in its messages. This collection of Kafka stories and letters is a great introduction to the author and a great way to better understand his mindset and worldview. When Kafka gets it right he really gets it right and creates some of the best literature out there but unfortunately that isn't every story in this book. My favorite stories included in this book are as follows: The Metamorphosis, The Judgement, The Hunger Artist, and The Bucket Rider.

The Basic Kafka

Reviews

Highlights