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# Franz Kafka: The Insurance Man

Dive into the intriguing life of Franz Kafka with this thematic VitaeMap. Uncover the author's triple existence: the pragmatic insurance official, the man tormented by his father and society, and the visionary writer whose work left an indelible mark on world literature. From his birth in Prague to the posthumous recognition of his genius, follow the key moments that shaped one of the most singular minds of the 20th century.

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Birth in Prague July 1883 

3 Jul 1883 

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### Birth in Prague

Náměstí Franze Kafky 3, Prague, Czech Republic

Franz Kafka is born in the Jewish quarter of Prague. His father, Hermann, an authoritarian merchant, will dominate his entire existence. A lonely childhood between two worlds: Jewish but non-observant, German-speaking in a predominantly Czech city.

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