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The Unhappiness of Being a Single Man

Essential Stories
By Franz Kafka
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In The Unhappiness of Being a Single Man, Franz Kafka presents a collection of short stories that delve into the alienation and existential struggles of individuals. These stories, imbued with Kafka's signature blend of surrealism and introspection, explore themes of loneliness and the paradox of human relationships. The tales illustrate the often humorous yet poignant absurdities inherent in every man's life.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring the human condition through surreal and introspective stories. With Kafka's unique ability to capture the absurdity of everyday life, you're in for a thought-provoking journey into the existential dilemmas that often accompany solitude and searching for meaning. Ideal for readers who appreciate literary classics that delve into the complexities of modern existence.

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The Unhappiness of Being a Single Man

The best stories by the one of the twentieth century's greatest and most influential writers

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No one has captured the modern experience, its wild dreams, strange joys, its neuroses and boredom, better than Franz Kafka. His vision, with its absurdity and twisted humour, has lost none of its force or relevance today. This essential collection, translated and selected by Alexander Starritt, casts fresh light on Kafka's genius.

Alongside brutal depictions of violence and justice are jokes and deceptively slight, mysterious fables. These unforgettable pieces reflect the brilliance at the core of Franz Kafka, arguably most fully expressed within his short stories. Together they showcase a writer of unmatched imaginative depth, capable of expressing the most profound reality with a wry smile.

The Unhappiness of Being a Single Man presents a snapshot of Kafka's unique genius, blending laughter with a deep exploration of human experience.

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Franz Kafka is hailed as the greatest German writer of his era, outshining contemporaries like Rilke and Mann according to Nabokov. The Guardian celebrates Kafka as a genius, while John Updike acknowledges him as a voice for the unease of modern humanity and a paramount fabulist. W.H. Auden notes Kafka's exploration of reality versus perception, and the New York Times describes his stories as a blend of dreamlike, allegorical, and comically prophetic elements.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781805330400

Publisher: Pushkin Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pushkin Press Classics

Contributors:

  • Translated by Alexander Starritt

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 192

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Classic Fiction Fiction Franz Kafka General Fiction Literary Fiction Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism

About the Author

Franz Kafka (1883-1924) was born to Jewish parents in Prague and wrote in German. He published only a few story collections and individual stories in literary magazines during his lifetime. The rest of his work was published posthumously. He is now considered one of the most influential authors of the twentieth century.

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