Das Schloß: Book Guide, Author and Facts
Das Schloß by Franz Kafka — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
The Castle (original title: "Das Schloß") is the story of K., the unwanted Land Surveyor who is never to be admitted to the Castle nor accepted in the village, and yet cannot go home. As he encounters dualities of certainty and doubt, hope and fear, and reason and nonsense, K.'s struggles in the absurd, labyrinthine world where he finds himself seem to reveal an inexplicable truth about the nature of existence. Kafka began The Castle in 1922 and it was never finished, yet this, the last of his three great novels, draws fascinating conclusions that make it feel strangely complete.
Quick facts about Das Schloß
- Title: Das Schloß
- Author: Franz Kafka
- First published: 1926
- Genre: fiction, bureaucracy, castles
- OpenLibrary ID: OL498434W
Where to read Das Schloß
Das Schloß 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 Das Schloß about?
The Castle (original title: "Das Schloß") is the story of K., the unwanted Land Surveyor who is never to be admitted to the Castle nor accepted in the village, and yet cannot go home.
Who wrote Das Schloß?
Das Schloß was written by Franz Kafka.
When was Das Schloß published?
Das Schloß was first published in 1926.
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