Born in 1883 in Prague, this individual became one of the most influential writers of the 20th century, renowned for exploring themes of (1) , existential dread, and the absurdity of modern life. Raised in a (2) -class Jewish family, they struggled with feelings of isolation and a complex relationship with their domineering father, which deeply influenced their work.
Though they pursued a career in law and worked in (3) , their passion for writing occupied much of their energy. Their works, often characterized by (4) and nightmarish scenarios, depicted individuals trapped in incomprehensible and (5) systems. These stories reflected their anxieties and philosophical concerns, offering a profound critique of bureaucracy, authority, and societal pressures.
During their lifetime, only a few of their writings were published, with little (6) from the literary world. Struggling with poor health, they succumbed to (7) in 1924 at the age of 40. Before their death, they instructed a close friend to destroy their manuscripts, but the friend chose to preserve and publish them instead, ensuring their legacy.
Posthumously, their works gained (8) acclaim, with novels and short stories becoming staples of modern literature. Their distinctive style and themes coined the term now used to describe (9) , illogical, and oppressive situations. Today, their influence extends beyond literature into philosophy, art, and culture, symbolizing the struggles of individuals in an increasingly (10) and incomprehensible world. Their legacy endures as a profound reflection on the human condition.
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Born in 1883 in Prague, this individual became one of the most influential writers of the 20th century, renowned for exploring themes of (1) alienation, existential dread, and the absurdity of modern life. Raised in a (2) middle-class Jewish family, they struggled with feelings of isolation and a complex relationship with their domineering father, which deeply influenced their work.
Though they pursued a career in law and worked in (3) insurance, their passion for writing occupied much of their energy. Their works, often characterized by (4) surreal and nightmarish scenarios, depicted individuals trapped in incomprehensible and (5) oppressive systems. These stories reflected their anxieties and philosophical concerns, offering a profound critique of bureaucracy, authority, and societal pressures.
During their lifetime, only a few of their writings were published, with little (6) recognition from the literary world. Struggling with poor health, they succumbed to (7) tuberculosis in 1924 at the age of 40. Before their death, they instructed a close friend to destroy their manuscripts, but the friend chose to preserve and publish them instead, ensuring their legacy.
Posthumously, their works gained (8) immense acclaim, with novels and short stories becoming staples of modern literature. Their distinctive style and themes coined the term now used to describe (9) nightmarish, illogical, and oppressive situations. Today, their influence extends beyond literature into philosophy, art, and culture, symbolizing the struggles of individuals in an increasingly (10) fragmented and incomprehensible world. Their legacy endures as a profound reflection on the human condition.
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What is Franz Kafka’s legacy in world literature, and how has his work influenced modern writers, philosophers, and thinkers?