Introducing Kafka
David Zane Mairowitz
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Introducing Kafka
Published
1999-10
Publisher
Zweitausendeins
Pages
175
ISBN-10
3861501171
Description
Introducing Kafka, also known as R. Crumb's Kafka, is an illustrated biography of Franz Kafka by David Zane Mairowitz and Robert Crumb. The book includes comic adaptations of some of Kafka's most famous works including The Metamorphosis, A Hunger Artist, In the Penal Colony, and The Judgment, as well as brief sketches of his three novels The Trial, The Castle, and Amerika. The book also details Kafka's biography in a format that is part illustrated essay, part sequential comic panels. The book focuses on the biographical details of Kafka's life, interspersed with illustrated vignettes from his writing. The author relates Kafka's personality and various incidents in his life to the composition of his stories. For example, Kafka's complicated relationship with his family is linked to stories where the main character is an animal – notably The Metamorphosis, whose protagonist, Gregor Samsa, awakens to find himself transformed into a giant bug, and becomes a burden on his family.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Introducing Kafka?
This edition of Introducing Kafka has approximately 175 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 Introducing Kafka?
For most readers, Introducing Kafka typically takes between 3h 39m and 2h 26m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 43,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 55m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 43,750 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 Introducing Kafka?
The estimated word count for Introducing Kafka is approximately 43,750 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 Introducing Kafka?
Introducing Kafka was written by David Zane Mairowitz.
When was Introducing Kafka published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1999-10. The original work may have been published on a different date.