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Kullich

A colleague of Josef K. at the bank, mentioned in passing.

minor

First appearance: chapter one arrest conversation with mrs grubach then miss b rstner

Kullich shows up with force in Chapter Two: First Cross-examination. The page is where that presence becomes real.

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In Chapter Two: First Cross-examination: Seen by K. on a tram while K. is rushing to the…

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See Kullich in chapter one arrest conversation with mrs grubach then miss b rstner

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Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Peripheral and institutional figures
  • Protagonist
  • Boarding house circle

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

K. experiences a psychological peak of relief and lassitude as his uncle’s arrival—long dreaded—finally materi…

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See Kullich in chapter one arrest conversation with mrs grubach then miss b rstner
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