Kafka and Pinter Shadow-Boxing
Kafka and Pinter Shadow-Boxing by R. Armstrong, published by Palgrave Macmillan UK on November 16, 1998, is a significant study that explores the connections between two prominent figures in twentieth-century literature. This edition, comprising 198 pages, delves into the intricate relationship between Franz Kafka and Harold Pinter, particularly focusing on the theme of the father-son struggle as depicted in Kafka’s works, including The Judgement and The Metamorphosis. The book aims to provide a thorough analysis of how Pinter’s plays, such as The Homecoming, Family Voices, and Moonlight, reflect Kafka’s influence.
Readers will find a detailed examination of textual evidence that highlights the parallels and interconnections between the two authors. Armstrong’s writing is clear and accessible, making this book suitable for both students of Kafka and Pinter, as well as those interested in comparative literature, theatre studies, and psychological themes. The exploration of these literary figures offers insights into their respective contributions to modern literature and the broader implications of their works within the context of European literary traditions.
Official synopsis Publisher
Kafka and Pinter is the first major study to focus on the extraordinary affinity between these two heavyweights of twentieth-century literature. As well as offering a bold new interpretation of Kafka’s portrayal of the struggle between father and son in his classic stories The Judgement and The Metamorphosis , the book seeks to assess and document, through a detailed exposition of textual and other evidence, the extent to which Pinter’s treatment of the same theme has been influenced by Kafka’s example. Three of Pinter’s plays – The Homecoming, Family Voices and Moonlight – are examined in depth, the last two more comprehensively perhaps than ever before. Clearly written and replete with all manner of fascinating parallels and interconnections, this book commends itself not only to students of Kafka and/or Pinter, but also to those with a more general interest in such areas as comparative literature, theatre studies, religion and psychology.
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “Kafka and Pinter Shadow-Boxing” about?
Who is the author of “Kafka and Pinter Shadow-Boxing”?
When was “Kafka and Pinter Shadow-Boxing” published?
What is the ISBN for “Kafka and Pinter Shadow-Boxing”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
