Kafka and Flaubert

Abstract

It is clear that Kafka’s thinking and creations was greatly influenced by Flaubert.Kafka himself claimed that he had some blood relationship with him.He was first led by Flaubert,his spiritual guide,onto the road of realism and naturalism,and then transcended realism and naturalism.Fascinated and directed by him,Kafka blazed a new trail for himself while learning and drawing experiences from his narrative style.He was undoubtedly enlightened by Flaubert’s unique literary style and thus enhanced his self-confidence.