{"title":"Szilárd Borbély","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection featuring the works of Szilárd Borbély, a profound voice in contemporary literature. Known for his poignant exploration of existential themes, Borbély's works offer readers a window into the human condition, woven through the intricate tapestry of Arts \u0026amp; Culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cem\u003eKafka’s Son\u003c\/em\u003e. In this evocative narrative, Borbély pays homage to the complexities of identity and the shadow of literary giants. His prose is both accessible and deeply meditative, making it an essential read for anyone interested in literature that challenges and inspires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSzilárd Borbély's contributions to literature are not just limited to craftsmanship; his works also invite readers to reflect on broader cultural and philosophical questions. Engage with his writing for a transformative reading experience that transcends traditional storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kafkas-son-by-szilard-borbely-9781803092683","title":"Kafka’s Son","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA posthumously published Hungarian masterpiece that reflects on fragmented lives.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1963, Szilárd Borbély emerged as one of the most important poets of post-communist Europe, exploring the themes of grief, memory, and trauma in his critically acclaimed work. Following the murder of his mother during a burglary in 2000, and the subsequent breakdown and death of his father, Borbély suffered from post-traumatic depression and tragically ended his own life in 2014.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the manuscripts that Borbély left behind was \u003cem\u003eKafka’s Son\u003c\/em\u003e, a fragmentary work, rendered still more fragmented through the author’s death. Through a series of haunting passages that explore early twentieth-century Prague, including the ruins of the ancient Jewish ghetto during the time of its demolition, Borbély inscribes the story of Franz Kafka and his father onto the city. We are used to hearing from Franz; here Hermann Kafka is also given a voice. “The son,” he tells us, “is the life of the father. The father is the death of the son.” By extension, then, this book is also an indirect telling of the story of Borbély and his father, and about sons and fathers in the Habsburg empire and the culture of brutality that defined Eastern Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA posthumously published Hungarian masterpiece, \u003cem\u003eKafka’s Son\u003c\/em\u003e now appears in English in award-winning translator Ottilie Mulzet’s sensitive translation, a fragmentary yet iridescent work inviting us to reflect on our fragmented lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362746024172,"sku":"9781803092683","price":47.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27026923482829.jpg?v=1772899780"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/szilard-borbely.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}