“But eternity is not temporality at a standstill. What is oppressive about the concept of the eternal is the justification, incomprehensible to us, that time must undergo in eternity and the logical conclusion of that, the justification of ourselves as we are.”
Quote by Franz Kafka
Work
The Blue Octavo Notebooks
This book is a fictional narrative that delves into the life of a 19th-century mathematician, whose notebooks contain cryptic and enigmatic equations. The story intertwines historical events with the mathematician's personal journey, creating a rich tapestry of historical fiction and mathematical intrigue. more
Author
Franz Kafka
Franz Kafka (July 3, 1883 - June 3, 1924) was an important German-language novelist of the 20th century, known for his unique literary style and profound philosophical thoughts. His works, often themed around loneliness, alienation, and existentialism, have had a profound impact on literature and philosophy. more
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