Book of the Day/ The Castle by Franz Kafka -short review

Blogoratti July 04, 2016

Quote of the day: 
Instructions for living a life. Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it. -Mary Oliver
The Castle is a classic by Franz Kafka. I must admit that this is only the second book by the Prague born author, and German language writer of short stories, novels and the like- that I have read. Often hailed as one of the most important authors of the twentieth century, Kafka has mass appeal and his works gained much more fame after his death. The Castle is one of his most famous writings.


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Its an obscure and narrative tale about a land surveyor who believes he's been contracted to be a land survey in a town that is filled with varying characters, and a castle where the town seems to be governed from. There are high ranking officials, administrators and all sorts of bureaucracy and from the moment the land surveyor, known as 'K', arrives in the village, the events that play is a constant struggle for acceptance from such elusive powers who run the castle, leaving him with barely no contact with the department who hired him .

He searches for the reason for his non acceptance, and that forms the basis for the book. He is not accepted and yet cannot return to where he has come from. It is a long read, and if you enjoy Kafka's writing you will find 'The Castle', a worthy companion in times of solitude.

So what book(s) are you currently reading? Happy July!


 Peace. Love. Light* 

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27 Comments

  1. Beauty Unearthly3 July 2016 at 19:27

    Really interesting post...thx for sharing! xx

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  2. Gwil W3 July 2016 at 19:50

    Nothing much changes. Think Junker's EU.

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  3. Valerie-Jael3 July 2016 at 19:56

    Kafka is always a great read. Valerie

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  4. ^.^3 July 2016 at 20:24

    Know very well about Kafka, and am glad that U discovered him, friend ... Love, cat. PS: I know U and I lost each other some time ago, and U never comment any more, maybe because I am out of your league or sumthing, o great poet ... anyway, that's okay ... just saying ... hope U r really well, Mr. G ... Love, cat.

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    1. ^.^3 July 2016 at 23:11

      ... "Mr. B" I meant 2 say ... sorry ... smiles ... miles of smiles ... Love, cat.

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  5. Dr. Theda3 July 2016 at 22:07

    Not familiar with this one, sounds interesting, good Sir...
    A great weekend to you and yours... and Hello from Marshville...

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  6. Cloudia3 July 2016 at 23:12

    Steppenwolf spoke to the young me

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  7. Lowell3 July 2016 at 23:20

    I've not read any of Kafka, but this sounds interesting, if a bit weird. :)

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    1. Dr. Theda4 July 2016 at 05:48

      Most of his stuff was about "social-alienation" and was a "bit weird"... a fun read.

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  8. Lux G.4 July 2016 at 01:26

    I'm intrigued with the plot.
    Currently reading Committed by Elizabeth Gilbert.

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  9. sage4 July 2016 at 03:02

    I haven't read "The Castle" but have read "The Trial" twice along with his short stories. I think he captures the way many experience the modern world.

    Currently I'm reading Christopher Hill's memoir, "Outposts: Life on the Frontlines of American Diplomacy"

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  10. nerline4 July 2016 at 07:37

    That sounds like an interesting read. Happy July my friend!

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  11. Vasundhara Agarwal4 July 2016 at 10:40

    amazing review, shld give it a go

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  12. Kelly4 July 2016 at 16:42

    I've not read any Kafka, but I do love Mary Oliver. Nice quote of hers.

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  13. Marcia4 July 2016 at 20:05

    Currently reading The Lake House by Kate Morton. Lots of twists and turns and an intriguing story.

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  14. Lowcarb team member4 July 2016 at 21:50

    I've not read anything by Kafka, so I was intrigued to read your review ...
    Thank you

    All the best Jan

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  15. Gillena Cox5 July 2016 at 03:48

    Finishing up True To Form by Elizabeth Berg and also reading The Crow Eaters by Bapsi Sidhwa

    Much love...

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  16. Gillena Cox5 July 2016 at 03:48

    Finishing up True To Form by Elizabeth Berg and also reading The Crow Eaters by Bapsi Sidhwa

    Much love...

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  17. Shilpa5 July 2016 at 06:15

    No idea about this . Yet to look into it . Anyhow good to know . Take care .

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  18. Molara Brown5 July 2016 at 21:29

    Interesting book, you are reading...I will look it up.

    I am currently not reading any book because of Ramadan...will start back next week.

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  19. Beatrice P. Boyd5 July 2016 at 23:10

    Currently reading Britt-Marie was Here by Frederick Backman. I thoroughly enjoyed a previous book, A Man Called Ove, and hope that this one is as enjoyable. I am also reading 9th Judgement, a Women's Murder Club story by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro.

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  20. Truedessa5 July 2016 at 23:56

    This books sounds like an interesting journey. It might be a good winter read as in the summer I enjoy lighter stories. Oh, and a great pick on the song. That one always brings tears to my eyes.

    Peace, Love and of course light...

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  21. Crystal Collier6 July 2016 at 18:26

    I haven't read anything by him, but it sounds fascinating. Maybe I should give some of his work a try.

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  22. Marcie7 July 2016 at 15:12

    Reading Shadow of the Silk Road by Colin Thubron. It is fascinating. Also, reading a cookbook, Everyday Raw Express. lol

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  23. Unknown8 July 2016 at 22:47

    I've never heard of this but I must give it a read sometime.. thanks for sharing! You seem really lovely too, I would love to follow each other and stay in contact.. let me know if you want to! x

    adelelydia.blogspot.com

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  24. Optimistic Existentialist11 July 2016 at 11:19

    Oh wow...this sounds like an amazing read...

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  25. C.George14 July 2016 at 06:14

    Your posts always speak to my heart. Franz Kafka is my greatest inspiration. I have read everything he has ever written. I want to write like him. Interesting though, on fiverr.com just this morning I sought a book cover designer who was kafkaesque.

    I'm currently reading a pastry cookbook, called Pierre Herme' Pastries.

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