Brief an den Vater: Tragische Anklage einer Hassliebe

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The book presents a profound exploration of the fraught relationship between Franz Kafka and his father, sparked by Kafka's engagement to Julie Wohryzeck, which his father vehemently opposed. Written between November 10 and 13, 1919, this extensive, unpublished letter delves into Kafka's feelings of inadequacy and fear, highlighting the stark contrast between his father's robust, self-made persona and Kafka's own perceived fragility and dependence. It serves as a critical text for understanding Kafka's psychological struggles and biographical context, revealing deep familial tensions.