새로운 읽기 및 듣기 방식
이 특별판은 각 챕터 시작 부분에 재생 버튼을 제공하여 오디오북 섹션을 즉시 들을 수 있도록 합니다.
상황이나 선호도에 따라 읽기와 듣기를 손쉽게 전환할 수 있습니다.
특별한 이유
● 편리함: 재생 버튼을 클릭하여 언제든지 들을 수 있습니다.
● 유연성: 집에서, 출퇴근 중, 또는 휴식 시간에 읽거나 들을 수 있습니다.
참고: 재생 버튼이 정상적으로 작동하려면 인터넷 연결이 필요합니다.
Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka Franz (변신, 프란츠 카프카)
Kafka’s Metamorphosis is a haunting and thought-provoking novella that explores the fragility of human identity and the alienation of the individual in modern society. First published in 1915, this literary masterpiece remains one of the most profound and unsettling works in modern literature. The story follows Gregor Samsa, a traveling salesman, who wakes up one morning to find himself inexplicably transformed into a giant insect. Stripped of his humanity, Gregor grapples with his new grotesque form while his family struggles to cope with the shame, fear, and practical challenges that his transformation imposes on them. What begins as a surreal premise quickly evolves into a profound exploration of isolation, familial obligations, and the dehumanizing effects of modern life. Kafka’s piercing prose and darkly ironic tone draw readers into a world where reality is both absurd and uncomfortably familiar. Metamorphosis masterfully blurs the line between the fantastical and the mundane, forcing readers to question the nature of self-worth, societal expectations, and the fragile bonds that hold families together. This novella is a must-read for those who appreciate thought-provoking fiction that challenges conventions and provokes deep reflection. Metamorphosis remains a timeless testament to Kafka’s ability to capture the complexities of the human condition with startling clarity and emotional resonance.
Franz Kafka (1883–1924) was a German-speaking Bohemian writer whose works profoundly influenced 20th-century literature. Born in Prague, Kafka grew up in a middle-class Jewish family under the Austro-Hungarian Empire. His strained relationship with his authoritarian father deeply affected his sense of self and became a recurring theme in his writing.
Kafka studied law at Charles University in Prague and worked in insurance, a job he found stifling but which provided him with the stability to pursue his passion for writing. He wrote in his spare time, crafting stories and novels that delved into themes of alienation, existential dread, and the absurdity of human existence.
Although Kafka published little during his lifetime, his posthumous works, thanks to his friend Max Brod, brought him international recognition. Masterpieces like *The Metamorphosis*, *The Trial*, and *The Castle* showcase Kafka’s unique ability to depict surreal, oppressive worlds that mirror human struggles with authority and identity.
Kafka’s personal life was marked by introspection and health challenges, including tuberculosis, which claimed his life at the age of 40. Today, his name is synonymous with the surreal and the oppressive—often described as "Kafkaesque"—and his works continue to resonate deeply with readers, standing as pillars of modernist literature.