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Literary Fiction· Czech Republic

In the Penal Colony

by Franz Kafka
Aggregate Editorial Score39/100
ALA Notable Books
Published 1919259 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Franz Kafka's In the Penal Colony (1919) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. A visitor watches as an officer explains a grotesque execution machine in Kafka's most overtly political story. A meditation on violence, law, and the mystification of power. Themes of justice, violence, power run through the work. The book has received recognition from ALA Notable Books 1919.

Book Details

AuthorFranz Kafka
Published1919
Country of Origin🇨🇿 Czech Republic
LanguageEnglish
Pages259
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780805209990
Editorial Score39/100
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Awards & Recognition

ALA Notable Books
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191910
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Franz Kafka
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is In the Penal Colony about?

A visitor watches as an officer explains a grotesque execution machine in Kafka's most overtly political story. A meditation on violence, law, and the mystification of power.

Who wrote In the Penal Colony?

In the Penal Colony was written by Franz Kafka, from Czech Republic. First published in 1919.

What awards has In the Penal Colony won?

In the Penal Colony has received the following awards and honours: ALA Notable Books 1919.

Is In the Penal Colony worth reading?

In the Penal Colony is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 10/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in justice, violence, power.

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What category is In the Penal Colony?

In the Penal Colony is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is In the Penal Colony from?

In the Penal Colony originates from Czech Republic's literary tradition. Explore more books from Czech Republic on our country page.

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