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“No, one more thing today: if you miss me so much as one minute of your sleep by translating, it will amount to putting a curse on me. For when the Day of Judgement comes it will not be a question of closer investigation but simply of establishing: He has deprived her of sleep. Of this I shall be found guilty and rightly so. So I'm fighting for myself when I ask you not to do this anymore.”

Quote by Franz Kafka

Work

Letters to Milena

This book is a compilation of letters that reveal a deep and personal relationship between two individuals amidst the backdrop of significant historical events. The correspondence offers a glimpse into the complexities of human emotions and the passage of time. more

Author

Franz Kafka
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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