Das Urteil: Eine Geschichte by Franz Kafka

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Author Kafka, Franz, 1883-1924
Title Das Urteil: Eine Geschichte
Note Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Das Urteil: Eine Geschichte" by Franz Kafka is a short story written in the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on the complex relationship between a son, Georg Bendemann, and his authoritarian father, exploring themes of guilt, alienation, and the father-son dynamic. Kafka's work often delves into the absurdity of human existence and the existential dilemmas faced by individuals within societal structures, making this story a poignant reflection on familial and social expectations. The story unfolds on a Sunday afternoon as Georg, a young businessman, writes a letter to a friend living in Russia, reflecting on changes in his life, including his recent engagement to Frieda. When he finally informs his father about his engagement, he expects both support and understanding. Instead, the conversation devolves into a dramatic confrontation, revealing the father's profound discontent and jealousy toward his son's success. The father's accusations lead Georg to a crisis of identity, ultimately culminating in an intense moment where, feeling utterly rejected, he takes his own life by jumping into the river. This tragic ending underscores the story's exploration of oppressive familial relationships and the devastating effects of societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Fathers and sons -- Fiction
Subject Conflict of generations -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 21593
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Most Recently Updated Feb 7, 2011
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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