The Complete Short Stories of Franz Kafka – A Journey into the Absurd

"A book must be the axe for the frozen sea within us." – Franz Kafka

Franz Kafka (1883–1924) is now recognized as one of the most influential literary figures of the 20th century, yet he remained largely unknown during his lifetime. His stories explore the anxieties, alienation, and surreal absurdities of modern existence, painting a world where individuals struggle against incomprehensible forces—be it bureaucracy, fate, or their own inner turmoil.

This volume presents a complete collection of Kafka’s short stories, including masterpieces such as:

The Metamorphosis – A man wakes up to find himself transformed into a monstrous insect.

The Hunger Artist – A haunting tale of art, suffering, and the search for meaning.

In the Penal Colony – A disturbing exploration of justice and cruelty.

A Report to an Academy – A former ape recounts his transformation into a human.

Before the Law – A parable of power, fate, and the unattainable.

Translated by Willa and Edwin Muir, along with other noted translators, this collection presents Kafka’s works in their complete and unabridged form. His writing remains as thought-provoking and unsettling today as when it was first discovered, making this an essential read for lovers of existential literature and surreal fiction.

Enter Kafka’s world—where nightmares become reality, and reality is never what it seems.