THE “KAFKAESQUE” DIMENSION: FROM LITERATURE TO LAW
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Kafkaesque, Law and Literature, Der Process, KafkaAbstract
The paper examines the semantic and functional transformation of the term “Kafkaesque,” tracing its evolution from a literary concept into a notion applicable within the legal field. It treats this transformation as a natural development and explores the connections between literature and law, framing the study as an interdisciplinary inquiry. The research focuses on the potential of literary narratives to critically illuminate legal reality. In this context, “Kafkaesque” is not merely a metaphor for describing legal absurdity but a powerful tool for critiquing systems of justice and a standard for their evaluation. The term reveals the
dehumanizing tendencies within existing judicial structures and indicates pathways for their rehumanization.
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