Entity: FRANZ-KAFKA
Franz Kafka was a Czech-born German-language writer known for his surreal fiction that vividly expressed anxiety, alienation, and powerlessness in the 20th century.
FRANZ-KAFKA
Etymology
The name Franz Kafka originates from Czech and German roots.
Definition
Franz Kafka was a Czech-born German-language writer known for his surreal fiction that vividly expressed anxiety, alienation, and powerlessness in the 20th century.
Historical Context
Franz Kafka, born in 1883, was an influential figure in early 20th-century literature, known for works such as 'The Metamorphosis' and 'The Trial'. His writing often delved into themes of isolation, bureaucracy, and existential dread.
Cultural Significance
Kafka's works have had a lasting impact on literature, philosophy, and psychology, influencing the concept of the 'Kafkaesque' - situations that are disorientingly complex and nightmarish.
Related Concepts
The term 'Kafkaesque' is commonly used to describe situations reminiscent of Kafka's works, characterized by surrealism, absurdity, and a sense of helplessness.
See Also
An influential Czech-born German-language writer known for his surreal fiction depicting themes of anxiety, alienation, and powerlessness.