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Der Proceß: Book Guide, Author and Facts

Der Proceß by Franz Kafka — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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Byzantine and claustrophobic novel of a man arrested by the secret police and charged with an unspecified crime. Unable to defend himself and disorientated by the legal process at work around him the man soon becomes apathetic and acquiescent, accepting his eventual sentence as inevitable.

Quick facts about Der Proceß

  • Title: Der Proceß
  • Author: Franz Kafka
  • First published: 1825
  • Genre: fiction, alegorical fiction, manuscripts
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL498463W

Where to read Der Proceß

Der Proceß by Franz Kafka is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Der Proceß about?

Byzantine and claustrophobic novel of a man arrested by the secret police and charged with an unspecified crime.

Who wrote Der Proceß?

Der Proceß was written by Franz Kafka.

When was Der Proceß published?

Der Proceß was first published in 1825.

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