Grosser Lärm by Franz Kafka

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Author Kafka, Franz, 1883-1924
Title Grosser Lärm
Credits Produced by Jana Srna
Summary "Grosser Lärm" by Franz Kafka is a short piece of writing, likely an essay or a reflective narrative, produced in the early 20th century. This work encapsulates the chaotic sounds of domestic life, exploring themes of noise, isolation, and personal reflection within a household setting. In "Grosser Lärm," the narrator describes their experience of overwhelming noise in their living environment, detailing various sounds and interruptions that impede tranquility. As they sit in their room, the cacophony of slamming doors, conversations, and household activities creates a sense of chaos. The narrator reflects on the presence of their father and other family members, alongside the distressing noises produced by canaries, which serve as a metaphor for their own feelings of entrapment. There is a sense of longing for peace amid the clamor, revealing deeper themes of familial relationships and the struggle for individual silence in a bustling household. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject German literature
Category Text
EBook-No. 30570
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 20, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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