Nathan Zuckerman is visiting Prague, where intellectuals come searching for Kafta, where misfits who don't submit decently to their misfortunes act out a comedy of manners in decadence. Here Zuckerman meets Olga, and brings home lessons for the American writer - lessons about oppression and resilience, laughter and Kafta, and more.
Information
Publisher:
Random House
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
19
ISBN:
9780099476511
Publish year:
1995
Publish date:
Oct. 5, 1995
Philip Roth
Philip Roth was an American author known for his novel "Portnoy's Complaint," a groundbreaking work that explored themes of Jewish identity and sexuality. His literary style was characterized by sharp wit, introspection, and dark humor. Roth's contributions to literature include challenging societal taboos and pushing the boundaries of literary fiction.