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Kafkaesque By Franz Kafka

Kafkaesque by Franz Kafka


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Summary

Award-winning graphic novelist Peter Kuper presents a mesmerising interpretation of fourteen iconic Kafka short stories.

Kafkaesque Summary

Kafkaesque: Fourteen Stories by Franz Kafka

Long fascinated with the work of Franz Kafka, Peter Kuper began illustrating his stories in 1988. Initially drawn to the masters dark humour, Kuper adapted the stories over the years to plumb their deeper truths. Working from new translations of the classic texts, Kuper has reimagined these iconic stories for the twenty-first century, using setting and perspective to comment on contemporary issues.

Long-time lovers of Kafka will appreciate Kupers innovative interpretations, while Kafka novices will discover a haunting introduction to some of the great writers most beguiling stories. Kafkaesque stands somewhere between adaptation and wholly original creation, going beyond a simple illustration of Kafkas words to become a stunning work of art.

Kafkaesque Reviews

"For tips on graphic novel adaptations, publishers would be well-served to look at Peter Kuper's Kafkaesque. The renderings of fourteen Franz Kafka short fictions remain true, but not slavishly devoted, to the originals and the final product gives us new perspectives on classic stories. It certainly helps that Kafka's work is opaque and ripe for reinterpretation, but it is Kuper's art that makes it so fresh." -- Times Literary Supplement
"Kafkaesque is a stout, enchanting exploration of Kafkas work. Illuminating his curious character with such incomparable art galvanises the comics content, making each individual story land with dramatic flair... It's not only a startlingly robust testament to the power of Kafkas literary prowess, but also a splendid showcase for Kupers manic artwork." -- Starburst
" fans of enigmatic pessimism can allow themselves a shudder of delight." -- Strong Words
"Brilliant... The Kafkaesque humor is intact, even enhanced." -- The Wall Street Journal

About Franz Kafka

Franz Kafka (18831924) was one of the most important writers of the twentieth century. His major novels includeThe Trial,The Castle, andAmerika. Peter Kuper contributes cartoons to The New Yorker and illustrated MAD magazines Spy vs. Spy. His graphic novels include an adaptation of Heart of Darkness and the Eisner Awardwinning Ruins. Peter Kuper contributes cartoons to The New Yorker and illustrated MAD magazines Spy vs. Spy. His graphic novels include an adaptation of Heart of Darkness and the Eisner Awardwinning Ruins.

Additional information

GOR011961679
9780393358216
0393358216
Kafkaesque: Fourteen Stories by Franz Kafka
Used - Very Good
Paperback
WW Norton & Co
2020-06-26
160
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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