A Hunger Artist

A Hunger Artist - Paperback

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A Hunger Artist - Paperback

A Hunger Artist - Paperback

by Franz Kafka
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by Franz Kafka (Author)

A Hunger Artist is a haunting short story by Franz Kafka that explores themes of isolation, artistic struggle, and the search for meaning. The tale follows a performer who achieves fame through his extreme fasting exhibitions, yet remains unfulfilled as society loses interest in his suffering. Blending allegory with Kafka's signature surrealism, this story examines the limits of human endurance and the cost of uncompromising dedication.

Number of Pages: 24
Dimensions: 0.06 x 9 x 6 IN
Publication Date: February 07, 2025
ISBN9781479422425
Author Franz Kafka
PublisherWildside Press
GenreLiterature
FormatPaperback
PublishedFebruary 2025
LanguageENG- English
Pages24
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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