Čapek, Karel 1890-1938 creator Pick, Otto 1887-1940 text utu 2016 monographic de 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Kreuzwege" by Karel Čapek is a collection of philosophical narratives written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes related to human existence, the nature of time, and the quest for meaning in a seemingly indifferent universe. Čapek's reflective prose invites readers to ponder profound questions about life and the human experience. The book comprises several interconnected stories that delve into the lives of various characters, each grappling with their own existential dilemmas. In "Stocken der Zeit," a man confronts the paralyzing stillness of his mundane existence, while "Historie ohne Worte" features a chance encounter that sparks a reflection on the passage of time. The narratives unfold in a way that reveals the characters' internal struggles and epiphanies, illustrating the complexity of the human condition and the yearning for connection and understanding amidst silence and isolation. Throughout the collection, Čapek encourages readers to reflect on their own journeys and the choices that define their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Stocken der Zeit -- Historie ohne Wort -- Verlorener Weg -- Die Aufschrift -- Die Versuchung -- Speigelung -- Der Wartesaal -- Hilfe! Release date is 2016-05-23 Produced by Jens Sadowski and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Czech fiction -- Translations into German Short stories, Czech -- Translations into German PG Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52144 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52144 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134212.0 52144