They’re talking about things of which they don’t have the slightest understanding, anyway. It’s only because of their stupidity that they’re able to be so sure of themselves.

Franz Kafka (1883-1924) Czech-Austrian Jewish writer
The Trial, ch. 1 (1925) [tr. Wyllie (2003)]
    (Source)

The protagonist Josef K., musing over the minor functionaries who have arrested him on unknown charges.

 
Added on 28-Feb-24 | Last updated 28-Feb-24
Link to this post | No comments
Topics: , , , ,
More quotes by Kafka, Franz

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *