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A country doctor

Book • 1962
Franz Kafka's "A Country Doctor" is a short story that explores themes of alienation, absurdity, and the limitations of human control.

The story follows a country doctor's nightmarish journey to attend to a patient, encountering bizarre and surreal events along the way.

The story's exploration of the doctor's helplessness and the chaotic nature of the world is a hallmark of Kafka's work.

The story's ambiguous ending leaves the reader questioning the nature of reality and the limits of human agency.

Its exploration of surreal and absurd themes continues to resonate with readers today.

The story's impact lies in its exploration of the limitations of human control and the chaotic nature of the world.

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Mentioned by Nick, Eric, and David as one of three Kafka short stories discussed in the podcast.
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85 - Franz Kafka's Short Stories (The Judgment, A Country Doctor, In the Penal Colony)
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