Franz Kafka

Franz Kafka (1883–1924) was a Czech writer who wrote in German and became one of the most important figures in 20th-century world literature. He was born on July 3, 1883, in Prague. His works explore loneliness, alienation, fear, and the individual’s struggle against incomprehensible social and bureaucratic systems. His best-known works include The Metamorphosis, The Trial, The Castle, and Amerika.