Das Schloß
Franz Kafka
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Das Schloß
by Franz Kafka
Published
1998
Publisher
Cátedra
Pages
458
ISBN-10
8437616093
Description
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Das Schloß?
This edition of Das Schloß has approximately 458 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Das Schloß?
For most readers, Das Schloß typically takes between 9h 33m and 6h 22m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 114,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 38m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 16 days • Estimated word count: 114,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Das Schloß?
The estimated word count for Das Schloß is approximately 114,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Das Schloß?
Das Schloß was written by Franz Kafka.
When was Das Schloß published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1998. The original work may have been published on a different date.