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Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, this inventive thriller intertwines love and revenge with a debate surrounding Franz Kafka's legacy. As student activists question the ethics of publishing Kafka's works against his wishes, an assassination attempt on his friend Max Brod leads to a gripping interrogation of Ferdy Kaplan. Through this process, Kaplan's past unfolds, revealing a deep connection to Kafka and a radical group. The narrative explores themes of anti-Semitism, immigration, and the significance of literature, all while vividly depicting a pivotal historical moment.
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Lovers of Franz K., Burhan Sönmez
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- Released
- 2025
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- Title
- Lovers of Franz K.
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Burhan Sönmez
- Publisher
- Other Press (NY)
- Released
- 2025
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 160
- ISBN13
- 9781635425376
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, this inventive thriller intertwines love and revenge with a debate surrounding Franz Kafka's legacy. As student activists question the ethics of publishing Kafka's works against his wishes, an assassination attempt on his friend Max Brod leads to a gripping interrogation of Ferdy Kaplan. Through this process, Kaplan's past unfolds, revealing a deep connection to Kafka and a radical group. The narrative explores themes of anti-Semitism, immigration, and the significance of literature, all while vividly depicting a pivotal historical moment.