Dearest, it's still very early, work is waiting, the boss is waiting..
but I'm still sitting here at the typewriter, spending time on you.

Franz Kafka, 1916.

(Kafka's typewriter at work:)

I am sending you a flash photograph of myself. I haven’t in fact got a twisted face; it’s the flash that gives me that visionary look, and I have long ago abandoned high collars.

The tie is a real showpiece; I bought it on a trip to Paris.

Franz Kafka, 1912.

I am called "The man in the swimming trunks".

Franz Kafka, 1912.

My dear,
In the likelihood that you no longer have even the remotest recollection of me, I am introducing myself once more: my name is Franz Kafka.

Franz Kafka, 1912.

Sitting on a certain bench at the edge of the woods where there is a great view — that is very lovely.

Franz Kafka, 1922.

(A blurred picture of Kafka and friend/flirt Kirchner, on a bench.)

I received three packages of Franz Kafka dahlia tubers today! They will bloom beautifully in late summer. 🌞

I lie on the grass like a worm.

Franz Kafka, 1909.

After all I only want to make you laugh a bit.

Franz Kafka, 1920.

I am wearing my suit today as cheerfully as ever. I have caused quite a sensation in it.

Franz Kafka, 1912.

The afternoons I spent on my hair.

Franz Kafka, 1912.