52 pages • 1 hour read
Franz KafkaThe Castle
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1926A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Franz Kafka's The Castle captivates with its surreal narrative and existential themes. Praise centers on its complex characters and exploration of bureaucracy and alienation. However, the unresolved plot and dense prose may deter some readers. Overall, it’s a thought-provoking read that stimulates deep reflection, despite potential frustrations.
Who Should Read The Castle?
A reader who would enjoy The Castle by Franz Kafka is one who appreciates complex narratives, existential themes, and surreal experiences. Fans of Kafka's own The Trial and Albert Camus’ The Stranger will find value in the intricate, thought-provoking journey of the protagonist, K., as he navigates the opaque and absurd bureaucratic world.
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Reading Age
18+yearsLexile Level
1280L