Dark, critical and solemn. For an exceptionally art-centered novel The Masterpiece focuses mainly on the inartistic. As a work it is undaunted by the prospect of dealing with the sordid aspects of life, casually intent on presenting their squalor. Continue reading “The Masterpiece: An Analysis”
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Amerika (Franz Kafka): A Summary and Analysis
Amerika is, in a sense, exactly like other works of Franz Kafka. Kafka is known for his recurring theme of helplessness. His protagonists, usually confident and energetic men, become locked in contest with a power they cannot overcome, and eventually subside. Devoid of any true help, cast into a surreal world with rules to which they are alien, the once able protagonist exerts himself to exhaustion to no avail. Continue reading “Amerika (Franz Kafka): A Summary and Analysis”
The Red and the Black (Stendhal): An Analysis
The Red and the Black is one of the most important pieces of French literature, and perhaps of European culture in general. The book portrays post-reformation France in a lively, intelligent and daring fashion; its intention is to expose the hypocrisy of society. From its onset, Stendhal considered The Red and the Black a ‘mirror of France in 1830’ – an interesting enterprise, even if not rare in the literary scene. We shall soon delve into the extent of Stendal’s success in his endeavour, and evaluate his literary work. Continue reading “The Red and the Black (Stendhal): An Analysis”