The Trial by Franz Kafka
Josef K. is arrested and prosecuted for a crime he does not understand.
Summary
The Trial is a novel by Franz Kafka about a man named Josef K. who is arrested and prosecuted for a crime he does not understand. He is subjected to a series of surreal court proceedings and interrogations, and his attempts to defend himself lead to a series of surreal events and ultimately his death.
Interpretation
The Trial is a story about the absurdity of bureaucracy and the powerlessness of the individual in the face of an oppressive system. It is a warning about the dangers of blindly following authority and a meditation on the power of guilt and fear.
Who is this book for?
The Trial is suitable for adults and mature teens.
Keywords
Absurdity, Bureaucracy, Powerlessness, Authority, Guilt