Writer · 1883 – 1924

Franz Kafka

Wrote The Metamorphosis, The Trial and The Castle, works of profound alienation and absurdity that, though mostly published after his death, made him one of the most influential writers of the 20th century.

Major Works

  • The Metamorphosis
  • The Trial
  • The Castle

Impact Analysis

Kafka gave unforgettable form to the anxiety, alienation and helplessness of modern life, his vision so distinctive that his name became an adjective.

Historical influence score: 81/100

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