An imposing castle looms over a village, yet no one is allowed inside?not even K., the Land Surveyor whose livelihood depends on gaining entry. Though unfinished due to Kafka?s death, The Castle paints a striking image of absurdity and the nature of existence. A crucial piece of 20th-century literature, this is a necessary addition to every reader?s shelf. This edition features a new translation by Debra De-Jong, an insightful introduction, and a bold, atmospheric cover design.