The Terror of Art

"In The Terror of Art Martin Greenberg describes and defines this visionary effort in Kafka's art, from the earliest work to the massive achievement of The Castle, exploring what he calls Kafka's 'dream narrative.' Important works- Americka, Metamorphosis, The Trial- are also analysed in a masterly way, each underlining the profound theme of Kafka's work: the struggle of the self with itself to be itself. The Terror of Art is a significant work of criticism essential not only to a deeper awareness of Kafka's complex work, but also a better understanding of his place within the context of twentieth century literature." -Publisher