Existential Characteristics in Ta Duy Anh’s Works and The Ideological Influence of Franz Kafka

Abstract

This study examines the existential themes in Ta Duy Anh’s works, highlighting the influence of Franz Kafka’s ideology. Through textual analysis and comparative literary review, it explores themes of loneliness, absurdity, and skepticism in Ta Duy Anh’s narratives and their connection to Kafka’s ideas. The research identifies specific instances where Kafka’s existential themes are reflected and reinterpreted in a Vietnamese cultural context. It emphasizes the thematic parallels and stylistic adaptations Ta Duy Anh employs to make these existential concerns relevant to Vietnamese readers. The findings reveal a deep engagement with themes of alienation, absurdity, and skepticism, showcasing Kafka’s significant influence on Ta Duy Anh and contributing to a broader understanding of cross-cultural literary influences.