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Franz Kafka’s English anthology, translated by Joachim Neugroschel, compiles 41 of his most acclaimed short stories originally written in German. The collection features iconic works such as "The Metamorphosis" and "In the Penal Colony," as well as modern favorites like "The Judgment" and "The Stoker." Added to the classic selection are two new stories, "First Sorrow" and "The Hunger Artist," offering readers fresh insight into Kafka’s enduring literary voice.
First publish date: 1935
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Franz Kafka
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