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MACMILLAN Kafka and Dostoyevsky: The Shaping of Influence

Name: MACMILLAN Kafka and Dostoyevsky: The Shaping of Influence
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Explore the deep connection between two masters of literature in Kafka and Dostoyevsky: The Shaping of Influence. This scholarly work by Palgrave Macmillan examines how the life and fiction of Dostoyevsky acted as a stimulus for Kafka's own creative process. Through detailed readings of specific texts, the book explores the complex relationship between these authors. Readers will find a thorough analysis of primary sources, including The Double, Notes from Underground, and Crime and Punishment. The text also looks at Dostoyevsky's (auto) biography to provide a complete picture of his impact. Rather than a simple study of imitation, this book argues that Kafka's connection to Dostoyevsky is driven by a mix of admiration and antagonism. This book is an essential resource for students and scholars interested in literary theory, history, and criticism. It provides a clear look at how one writer's work shapes the direction of another, making it a valuable addition to any academic collection focused on the evolution of modern literature.

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Analyzes the impact of Dostoyevsky's life and fiction on the writing style and themes found in Kafka's work.

Provides detailed readings of major literary works including The Double, Notes from Underground, and Crime and Punishment.

Examines the role of Dostoyevsky's (auto) biography in shaping the literary connection between these two authors.

Offers a unique perspective by arguing that Kafka's relationship with Dostoyevsky involves both admiration and antagonism.

Serves as a specialized resource for those studying literary theory, history, and movements within the field of criticism.

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Brand: MACMILLAN
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0333558650
Category: Books > Subjects > Poetry, Drama & Criticism > History & Criticism > Literary Theory & Movements
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 13 January 1992
Listed Since: 04 January 2007

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