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The Trial

By Franz Kafka
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The Trial by Franz Kafka is a haunting exploration of bureaucracy, isolation, and the absurdity of modern life. This iconic novel follows Josef K., an ordinary man who is suddenly arrested and thrust into a nightmarish, surreal legal system with no explanation or understanding of the... Read More
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The Trial by Franz Kafka is a haunting exploration of bureaucracy, isolation, and the absurdity of modern life. This iconic novel follows Josef K., an ordinary man who is suddenly arrested and thrust into a nightmarish, surreal legal system with no explanation or understanding of the charges against him. As he navigates a maze of impersonal courts and enigmatic figures, The Trial raises deep questions about justice, power, and personal agency.

In Kafka's surreal style, the book explores guilt, helplessness, and the dehumanising forces of authority, leaving readers questioning justice and individual freedom.

"It is often safer to be in chains than to be free."

  • Explore timeless themes of guilt and helplessness in a system that strips away personal agency.
  • Delve into a psychological drama that forces readers to question the nature of authority and freedom.
  • Explore Kafka's influential style, blending dark humour and philosophical inquiry into the human condition.
  • Immerse into Kafka's masterpiece, confronting the darkest aspects of human existence.
  • Delve into Kafka's surreal storytelling and experience a world where reality and absurdity blur.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9789362148698

Publisher: Prakash Books India Private Limited

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 February 2025

Country: India

Imprint: Wonder House Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 165g

Pages: 228

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About the Author

Franz Kafka (1883-1924) was a German-speaking Bohemian writer renowned for his unique and unsettling narrative style. His works often grapple with themes of existential dread, isolation, and the complexities of modern life. In addition to The Trial, Kafka's notable works include The Metamorphosis and The Castle, which depict surreal and nightmarish scenarios that reflect the anxieties of the human experience. Despite his relatively short life and limited recognition during his lifetime, Kafka's profound insights and innovative storytelling have established him as a pivotal figure in 20th-century literature.

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