Kreuzwege by Karel Čapek
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"Kreuzwege" by Karel Čapek is a collection of philosophical narratives written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes related to human existence, the nature of time, and the quest for meaning in a seemingly indifferent universe. Čapek's reflective prose invites readers to ponder profound questions about life and the human experience. The book comprises several interconnected stories that delve into the lives of various characters, each grappling with their own
existential dilemmas. In "Stocken der Zeit," a man confronts the paralyzing stillness of his mundane existence, while "Historie ohne Worte" features a chance encounter that sparks a reflection on the passage of time. The narratives unfold in a way that reveals the characters' internal struggles and epiphanies, illustrating the complexity of the human condition and the yearning for connection and understanding amidst silence and isolation. Throughout the collection, Čapek encourages readers to reflect on their own journeys and the choices that define their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Čapek, Karel, 1890-1938 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Pick, Otto, 1887-1940 |
| Title | Kreuzwege |
| Contents | Stocken der Zeit -- Historie ohne Wort -- Verlorener Weg -- Die Aufschrift -- Die Versuchung -- Speigelung -- Der Wartesaal -- Hilfe! |
| Credits |
Produced by Jens Sadowski and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Czech fiction -- Translations into German |
| Subject | Short stories, Czech -- Translations into German |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 52144 |
| Release Date | May 23, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 332 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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