The Good Soldier Švejk (novel)

"The Good Soldier Švejk" is a satirical novel by Jaroslav Hašek that depicts the absurdities of military life and war through the misadventures of Josef Švejk, a Czech soldier. Skilled at feigning stupidity, Švejk navigates World War I with humorous misunderstandings and unintended chaos, highlighting the incompetence and brutality of war. The book blends humor, satire, and social critique, illustrating how Švejk’s seemingly naive actions expose the absurdity of authority, bureaucracy, and conflict, making it both a comedic and critical reflection on the futility of war.