Kafkaesque Metamorphosis as Reflected in the Works of Samīr Naqqāsh

Franz Kafka chose the complete metamorphosis of classical reality as the foundation of his world. His stories describe the deterioration and dehumanization of mankind and portray the world as dominated by demonic forces. An examination of the works of Samīr Naqqāsh reveals that dehumanization and me...

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Main Author: Elimelekh, Geula (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Oxford University Press [2013]
In: Journal of Semitic studies
Year: 2013, Volume: 58, Issue: 2, Pages: 323-342
RelBib Classification:KBK Europe (East)
KBL Near East and North Africa
TK Recent history
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