Best Franz Kafka Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 383: Franz Kafka & Katt Williams 31:34

6d ago31:34

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"'I have never been one of those who cares about happiness. Happiness is a strange notion. I am just not made for it." - Werner Herzog "People rarely succeed unless they have fun in what they're doing." - Dale Carnegie "People rarely have fun in what they're doing unless they succeed." - Me "….ENJOY your mothafuckin' YOUTH.... while you GOT IT. Wha…

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ReReading The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman 57:53

3h ago57:53

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Join for free on Patreon to continue listening to our show: https://www.patreon.com/litsocietypod/membership Y'all made us re-read The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman. Our first read and review, over three years ago, got us ratioed on YouTube. You called us names and battered us verbally for not liking the ending of this book. Our momma's alw…

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Pakshiraja Studios | SM Sriramulu Naidu | పక్షిరాజా స్టూడియోస్ । ఎస్.ఎమ్.శ్రీరాములు నాయుడు 46:43

27m ago46:43

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#telugucinema #telugufilmnagar #telugumovies Subbarayalu Munuswami Sriramulu Naidu (1910-1976), also known as SM Sreeramulu Naidu, was an Indian businessman and movie producer from Coimbatore who founded the Pakshiraja Studios in 1945. He was responsible for the early development of the Tamil film industry in Coimbatore and was called the "Coimbato…

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Ernest Hemingway's A Farewell to Arms: War and love 1:00:49

5d ago1:00:49

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Hemingway's 1929 semi-autobiographical classic tackles two big timeless themes: love and war. Two out of three of us can relate to the first one, but war feels pretty alien to us. How would the boys do if they were conscripted? What made WWI so uniquely dispiriting? What is it about this novel that so faithfully captures the experience of war? We a…

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Yinka, Where Is Your Huzband? by Lizzie Damilola Blackburn 1:25:12

22h ago1:25:12

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To keep listening, subscribe to our free tier on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/litsocietypod. On paper, Yinka has it all. She's Oxford-educated, beautiful, and constantly surrounded by friends and family. Still, one persistent question makes her examine her value and identity: "Where is your husband?" Will Yinka find happiness, and will that hap…

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Girls Band Cry 1:15:14

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The Chicago White Sox have lost 114 games so far this season. Seven other teams in Major League Baseball history have ever lost at least 114 games. 15 more to go. Anyway. This episode, Chris (@gokuffy) and Ruby (@PassionTentacle) join me to talk about Girls Band Cry! We're an idol podcast. Join the unofficial Taiiku Podcast discord, the OSMCast dis…

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Sri Mangalampalli Balamuralikrishna | సలలిత సుధారసగానం | శ్రీ మంగళంపల్లి బాలమురళీకృష్ణ | జీవనరేఖలు 1:01:34

2d ago1:01:34

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Mangalampalli Balamuralikrishna (1930-2016) was a legendary Indian Carnatic vocalist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist, renowned for his exceptional voice and unique renditions. Born in Andhra Pradesh, he displayed extraordinary musical talent at a young age, giving his first concert at just eight years old. Balamuralikrishna was known for his i…

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85. Ny poesi - poesimässan 2024 54:17

9d ago54:17

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Hur ser poesin i Sverige ut 2024? Vad handlar böckerna om och hur är de skrivna? På poesimässan 2024 samlas poeter, förläggare och läsare på Tranströmerbiblioteket för tre dagar av poesi. I detta avsnitt, inspelat inför publik en vecka innan mässan, gör Patrik, Alice & Elias en exposé över medverkande poeter och tipsar om några favoriter. Det blir …

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Long Sunday Into Monday 32:07

4d ago32:07

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Welcome to autumn. Listen during the next big rain, warm, safe, and dry in your home. Narrated by my dear friend, THE Elizabeth Taylor @tizlaylor. Episode art by my other dear friend Hannah King @hannahkingcreative.By Nolan Sordyl

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TTP SPECIAL: 30 Books for 30 Years 1:36:41

14d ago1:36:41

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We turned 30! Aaand we have now known each other for 15 years. To celebrate both these milestones we thought it would be fitting to share 30 books that have moved us, shaped us and inspired us through the years! Have you read any of the books we shared? Fanny's Picks: The Penderwicks / Jeanne Birdsall The Remarkable Life and Times of Eliza Rose / M…

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1950s Telugu Movie Hero Amarnath | అలనాటి తెలుగు చిత్రాల కథానాయకుడు అమర్ నాథ్ 41:46

17d ago41:46

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Amarnath was a versatile actor , who acted as a Hero in about 20 movies during 1950-1960. He also produced a movie by name Magavari Maayalu in 1960. SriLakshmi, famous actress in telugu movies is daughter of Amarnath. Rajesh , hero in movies like Ananda Bharavi, Mallemoggalu is his son. Aiswarya Rajesh who is currently acting in Tamil and Telugu Mo…

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Episode 382: Catullus 85 23:36

14d ago23:36

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Tonight, I give you a reading from New Directions' Love Poems of Catullus and a reiteration of my preference for the CH Sissen translation of Catullus 85. Art event or not, put it all on a Carr's Table Water Cracker. And if you have an interest in words, take 2 minutes to try this podcast out: Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day. Thank you guys for l…

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The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride (Part 2) 43:33

15d ago43:33

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Last week, we saw young Dodo captured and tied to a bed in a sanitorium. He faces imminent danger constantly and can confide in only one friend, a young boy with cerebral palsy who shares the bed next to him. Will his family be able to rescue Dodo, or will he spend his final days in the hands of men with evil aims? Meanwhile, as Chona wastes away i…

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Bond...James Bond..| Fleming.. Ian Fleming | జేమ్స్ బాండ్ సృష్టికర్త | ఇయాన్ ఫ్లెమింగ్ 55:12

16d ago55:12

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Ian Fleming, the creator of the iconic James Bond series, was born on May 28, 1908, in London, England. A man of diverse talents, Fleming served as a naval intelligence officer during World War II, where his experiences heavily influenced his writing. In 1953, he introduced the world to the suave and daring secret agent James Bond with his first no…

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Crime and Punishment finale: is Dostoevsky...overrated?? 1:31:50

17d ago1:31:50

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Not too much plot to cover in parts 5 and 6; mostly we're hashing out our final thoughts on the book and Dostoevsky's legacy. First up is the controversial epilogue. The boys are not sure how believable Rodya's redemption is. It feels kinda cheap? Dostoevsky is not very good at character development but maybe it doesn't matter. Sonya is a perfectly…

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Episode 381: Emily Dickinson, Petrichor & Me 23:58

21d ago23:58

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An After Dark Episode! Tonight I read from Emily Dickinson's Final Harvest: https://bookshop.org/p/books/final-harvest-poems-emily-dickinson/110106?ean=9780316184151 I explain how this book by Alex Soojung Kim Pang both solved my life & ignited a nervous breakdown the size of Pangaea: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/alex-soojung-kim-pang/r…

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Third Saturday in October 34:02

22d ago34:02

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Being the diary of a scare actor. Read by Cody McGlashan @codymcglashan. I generally avoid the subject entirely but if you enjoy the show and feel so inclined please do rate, review, subscribe, or most importantly, with Halloween season approaching, tell a friend. Or, if you're feeling generous and want early ad free access to the show, go to patre…

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The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride (Part 1) 47:02

27d ago47:02

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The last community of Black Americans and Jewish immigrants in a tiny Pennsylvania town must risk their lives and livelihoods to save a deaf child from institutionalization and torture. Will they succeed against a system that squishes them all under society's boot? Or will an innocent boy be forced into a nightmarish existence? The book The Heaven …

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Prominent Film Director S.D.Lal | క్రైమ్, సస్పెన్స్ రీమేక్ చిత్రాల ప్రముఖ దర్శకుడు । ఎస్.డి.లాల్ 59:20

23d ago59:20

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SD Lal (1931-1993) was a prominent film director in the 1960s and 1970s, best known for his work in crime, suspense, thriller, and action genres. He directed several notable films with NTR, including Nindu Manasulu, Nippulanti Manishi, and Magaadu, many of which were Hindi remakes. Lal was instrumental in setting new trends in NTR's on-screen styli…

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Estate Sale 20:09

26d ago20:09

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Listen on the way home from your next long family day trip, when you can't wait to get home and take a nap til the sun sets, but it only seems to linger on, and on...Narrated by Angie Kalaj of the Worlds Kalaj podcast.**Special announcement about the show coming in September**Flute by Poots (Flute - mystical vibe by poots -- https://freesound.org/s…

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All Her Little Secrets: A Novel by Wanda M. Morris 1:18:22

30d ago1:18:22

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Ellice Littlejohn escaped her dead-end town while healing from her traumatic childhood to earn an Ivy League law degree and become a firm's only black corporate attorney. But she is full of secrets even her closest friends don't know. When she arrives at work one morning and finds the married man she's dating, a man who happens to be her boss, is d…

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Most Famous Writer | Franz Kafka | ప్రపంచ ప్రఖ్యాత రచయిత। ఫ్రాంజ్ కాఫ్కా 1:00:17

1M ago1:00:17

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#franzkafka #literature #inspiration Franz Kafka (1883–1924) was a Czech-born writer whose work has left a lasting impact on modern literature. Known for his surreal and existential themes, Kafka's stories often explore alienation, bureaucracy, and the absurdity of life. His most famous works include "The Metamorphosis," "The Trial," and "The Castl…

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Crime and Punishment, part 2: Three extraordinary men 1:09:10

1M ago1:09:10

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we're just normal men. We're just innocent men! In parts 3 and 4 of Fyodor Dostoevsky's 1866 Crime and Punishment we get a lot more meat on Raskolnikov's 'extraordinary man' thesis. How does it overlap with the concept of the Übermensch in Nietzsche and Hegel? Are we too deeply steeped in Christian morality to become 'extraordinary' without destroy…

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The Swimmers by Julie Otsuka 47:04

1M ago47:04

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We must have Olympic fever because we begin with a brief history of the global games, which, from the beginning, always included swimming. Then, we dive into a small but mighty masterpiece by Julie Otsuka, The Swimmers. This is a book about routine. Comforting routine and unmindful routine. It is about what happens to us when we lose our routines. …

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Pioneering figure in early Indian cinema| P.K.Raja Sandow|వందేళ్ళ క్రిందటి సినీ ప్రముఖుడు రాజా శాండో 53:13

1M ago53:13

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#indiancinema #tamilcinema #telugucinema Raja Sandow, born P.K. Nagalingam, was a pioneering figure in early Indian cinema, known for his exceptional contributions as an actor, director, and producer. Born in 1894 in Tamil Nadu, he began his career in silent films and quickly gained fame for his charismatic screen presence and athletic prowess. San…

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Michelangelo | మైకెలాంజిలో 58:08

1M ago58:08

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Michelangelo Buonarroti, born in 1475, was a towering figure of the Italian Renaissance, celebrated for his contributions to art, sculpture, and architecture. From an early age, his extraordinary talent was evident, leading him to study under prominent artists in Florence. His masterpiece, the statue of David, symbolizes human strength and beauty. …

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Crime and Punishment, part 1: Mister Schizo and the First Trad 1:27:10

2M ago1:27:10

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Cracking into the first two parts of Dostoevsky's 1866 classic Crime and Punishment. The first surprising thing is that this is a conservative/reactionary book: it mocks the fancy new ideas of the youth, the spirit of revolution, naive utilitarianism, etc. Jordan Peterson laps this shit up. But did the moral panic over materialism hold up? Does mod…

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Campfire Stories: The Minister's Black Veil: A Parable by Nathaniel Hawthorne [Patreon Preview] 5:15

2M ago5:15

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Hail fellows well met, Goodies and Goodmen-- for this month's campfire story, we head to colonial New England. Help keep the lights on (literally), ad free episodes a week early, exclusive campfire stories, and a surprise coming soon... $3/month. patreon.com/goblinmarketBy Nolan Sordyl

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Episode 380: "Part 1: Party" featuring words by Charles Simic & Melody Beattie 22:19

2M ago22:19

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"Go inside a stone. That would be my way. Let somebody else become a dove." -Charles Simic Buy absolutely anything by Charles Simic. Buy "The Language of Letting Go" Daily Meditations by Melody Beattie. And thank you for being with me today. I've missed you guys. Love, Robyn

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Telugu Films Gloden Era Singer| Swarnalatha| తెలుగు సినిమా స్వర్ణయుగంలో హాస్యగీతాల గాయని । స్వర్ణలత 48:23

2M ago48:23

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Swarnalatha is a distinguished singer from the golden era of Telugu films. Most of her songs were performed for comedy actresses. She has sung thousands of songs in eight South Indian languages, featuring in over 500 movies. Notable songs by Swarnalatha include "Kasiki Poyanu Rama Hare," "Ada Neevu Eeda Nenu," "Divvi Divvi Divvittam," and "Amma Nop…

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Susanna Clarke's Piranesi: Gaslight gatekeep girlboss 1:25:36

2M ago1:25:36

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The beauty of this book is immeasurable, and its kindness is infinite. We all love Susanna Clarke's 2012 metaphysical thriller, which feels like a mashup of Borges/C.S. Lewis/Gone Girl. Venture deeper into the labyrinth with us: Piranesi as amateur scientist: On indigenous knowledge, the dangers of naïve empiricism, achieving dominion over nature, …

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Leonardo Da Vinci | లియొనార్డొ డ విన్చి 51:29

2M ago51:29

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Explore the fascinating life and genius of Leonardo da Vinci, one of history's greatest polymaths, in this captivating video. From his iconic masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper to his groundbreaking studies in anatomy, engineering, and botany, Leonardo's contributions to art and science are unparalleled. Dive into his Milanese peri…

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Shelf-Care | Half Year Reading Wrap Up 59:52

2M ago59:52

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It was been a busy few months but our reading hasn't suffered! We're back with a Shelf-Care episode, sharing some high- and lowlights of the first 6 months of reading! We talk Leigh Bardugo, Emily Henry, Bridgerton and everything in between! How has your first half of the year been? Make sure to follow us on Instagram @throughthepagespod to vote on…

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BIRDIE WING -Golf Girls’ Story- season two 31:21

2M ago31:21

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The Seattle Mariners, of whom I am a lifelong fan and I have never written anything else about any other baseball team on this website, came into Anaheim and lost 3 out of 4 games, and that just does not feel great for them. I went to two games where Austin Voth took the L on a homer. The team is in shambles, but they are also in first, by a thread…

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Red Clay

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Listen the next time you find yourself lost on some back road in the south.By Nolan Sordyl

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Veteran Cine Character Actor | Dhulipala Seetharama Sastry| ప్రముఖనటులు । ధూళిపాళ సీతారామశాస్త్రి 54:18

2M ago54:18

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Dhulipala Sitarama Sastry (24 September 1921 – 13 April 2007), known mononymously by the surname Dhulipala, was an Indian actor and thespian, known for his works predominantly in Telugu cinema. He was noted for playing mythological roles, particularly the role of Shakuni. He began his acting career at the young age of 13 and went on to work in abou…

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Hannah Arendt Sulla Rivoluzione 4:07

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The Tragedy of Hamlet: The O.G. annoying theatre kid 1:10:14

2M ago1:10:14

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holy shit this was hard. Our first attempt at shakespeare and it was a doozy! Rich struggled through the original text and only had the vaguest idea what was going on. Cam watched every single movie adaptation and studied for two weeks but still got casually mogged by his girlfriend. By the time we got done with the discussion we were all actually …

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André Malraux La Condizione Umana 5:21

3M ago5:21

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Virginia Woolf Flush 3:36

3M ago3:36

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Nikola Tesla | నికొలా టెస్లా 1:03:56

2M ago1:03:56

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#nikolatesla #tesla #inspiration Nikola Tesla, born on July 10, 1856, in Smiljan, Croatia, was a visionary inventor and electrical engineer who made groundbreaking contributions to the modern world. Renowned for his work on alternating current (AC) electrical systems, Tesla's innovations laid the foundation for the widespread use of electricity tod…

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Albert Camus' The Fall: Signalling, scrupulosity, and pathological self-awareness 1:44:14

3M ago1:44:14

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This one starts slow but it ends up being one of my favourite book clubs ever. Camus' last finished novel was The Fall (1956). It has a lot of personal resonance for Rich and the other boys loved it too. Loss of innocence: how much of our behaviour comes down to signalling? Is there such a thing as genuine altruism? Is it dangerous to learn about t…

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Renata Viganò L'Agnese va a morire 3:43

3M ago3:43

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84. Sommarläsning 2024 1:01:13

3M ago1:01:13

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Inför sommaren 2024 tipsar Alice, Elias och Patrik om böcker de läst och gillat under våren, och om böcker de tänker läsa under sommaren. Det inkluderar bland annat en "Sliding doors"-berättelse med europeisk historia som fond, en nihilistisk men uppfriskande fransk intellektuell, en seriepärla som utspelar sig i en särskilt mänsklig stad i Tysklan…