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Graphic novel 'Einstein in Kafkaland' ponders how two great minds met in Prague

Aug 26, 2024
Ken Krimstein, the creator of a compelling graphic novel, dives into the intriguing intersection of two intellectual giants, Albert Einstein and Franz Kafka, who both called Prague home in the early 20th century. In conversation with NPR's Scott Simon, they discuss how their paths crossed socially and musically. The vibrant cafe culture of Prague served as a backdrop for their mutual search for truth, stimulating their groundbreaking ideas. Krimstein vividly imagines how these two minds might have influenced each other in profound ways.
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