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Art of Darkness
The Dark Room: Kafka’s Diaries w/ Ross Benjamin
Feb 7, 2023
Translator Ross Benjamin discusses Kafka's diaries, exploring the aesthetics, messy creative process, and theatrical influence on his work. The chapter celebrates the diaries' centennial, delves into film adaptations, and the beauty of the German language. Benjamin shares insights on completing the translation project and facing publishing challenges.
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- Kafka's diaries showcase modern themes and philosophical insights with intricate complexity and enigmatic brevity.
- 'Shonen' embodies a nuanced care for preservation, sparing, and inevitable decay, capturing a delicate approach to vulnerability.
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The Compelling Genius of Kafka's Diaries
Kafka's diaries reveal a unique glimpse into the inner workings of a tortured artist, exploring themes quintessentially modern and still relevant today. His writings showcase both intricate complexity and enigmatic brevity, showcasing his philosophical insights with multi-layered aphorisms that delve into his process of experimentation and self-revision. The diaries, along with the Blue Octavo notebooks, present a blur between his philosophical and narrative musings, offering a rich tapestry of Kafka's mind.
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