The Trial (Das Process)

*The Trial* (Das Process) by Franz Kafka is a novel about Josef K., who is unexpectedly arrested and finds himself entangled in a confusing, opaque legal system. Throughout the story, Josef seeks understanding and justice but encounters arbitrary procedures, elusive authorities, and a sense of helplessness. The novel explores themes of guilt, justice, and the absurdity of bureaucracy, illustrating how individuals can become trapped in systems beyond their comprehension or control, leading to feelings of frustration, alienation, and existential dread.