The fragmentation of subjectivity: a comparative study of the concept of 'self in Emerson and Kafka

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The concept of self differs significantly in Emerson and Kafka, showing contrasting views on individual experience and awareness.
Emerson advocates self-reliance and inner moral sensibility, while Kafka highlights alienation and isolation in modern society.
This comparative literature analysis utilizes intellectual lineage and sociocultural contexts to explore their divergent philosophies.
The findings emphasize the impact of cultural backgrounds on shaping notions of subjectivity in 19th and early 20th-century literature.

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Comparative analysis reveals divergences in self-concept and subjectivity between Emerson and Kafka, suggesting cultural influences.

Zhiqing Gong (2025) studied this question.

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