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Tips for Exploring Jack London Square in Oakland

Jack London Square is one of the most iconic cultural landmarks in Oakland! Named after Jack London, the renowned author who grew up in Oakland, it’s an honor to share a city with such a literary genius. The vivid scenes in his book "The Call of The Wild" drew inspiration from his experiences in California and Alaska, truly proving that art is born from and transcends life. As a local, let me recommend a few must-visit spots: *Heinold's First and Last Chance Saloon Established in 1883, it’s probably the oldest pub in the Bay Area! The "First & Last" in its name signifies the last drink sailors would have before setting off to sea, and the first one they’d get once they returned. Jack London was known to frequent this spot and write at its benches! *Jack London's Cabin A true-to-scale replica of Jack London’s cabin in Alaska, reminding us of his humble beginnings that fueled his masterpieces. The Cabin is located right next to the saloon, providing a perfect ambiance. *USS Potomac Once a presidential yacht for Roosevelt, the Potomac hosted many informal political meetings and hence is fondly referred to as the "Floating White House". Pre-pandemic, tickets were available for $5 for on-board tours, now it’s by appointment only. *San Francisco Bay Ferry The SF ferry offers a direct ride to the SF Ferry Building for $5.25 for adults, with boats departing every 25 minutes. A great spot for a windy adventure! *Plank Oakland A hub for food, drinks, and entertainment! Enjoy a fish n' chips meal with a chilled beer, followed by some bowling. Perfect for the young (or young at heart)! *Sunday Farmers Market Held every Sunday from 11 am - 4 pm. Be careful to arrive early, as we didn't see many veggies left when we visited around 2pm. However, there are still plenty of unique Oakland shops around, including a quite famous Pet-Food-Truck, selling homemade fresh dog food, and even Dog Beer! #JackLondonSquare #OaklandExploration #CulturalLandmarks #LiteraryGenius #HistoricPub #JackLondonsCabin #PresidentialYacht #SFBayFerry #WindyAdventure #FoodAndEntertainment #SundayFarmersMarket #UniqueOaklandShops #PetFoodTruck #DogBeer

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Kafka’s Work? More Like “How to Be a Disgruntled Employee”

🖋 Kafka | "The Trial" #ClearLiterature Still working this Saturday and seriously, Kafka deserves a shoutout. This guy really gets the work grind. "World kissed me with pain, and I died from it." Tell me that isn’t the motto of every tired office worker. But here’s the thing—Kafka was a true master of “productive procrastination.” Imagine a bunch of sick days stacked up with a request for a raise at the end of the year. This is the glow-up for all those “just let me lie down” vibes. Fun fact: The Kafka Museum in Prague has a whole display dedicated to his sick notes and requests for more pay. Even a literary genius needs a break, right? But don’t be fooled. The man was a true worker. Sure, he hated everything, but when it came to work, he gave it his all. Think: “I want to quit every day, but I still show up on time” — yeah, that’s me. Kafka, the original “workaholic who never gets a break.” 🔄 💬 #KafkaVibes: "The world is painful, but you show up anyway." The perfect mix of existential dread and corporate grind. 🖤 #Entertainment #Books #Kafka #CynicalLiterature #WorkGrind #DisgruntledEmployeeVibes #LiteraryGenius #FunnyBooks #LazyButProductive #MotivationFromKafka #SickLeaveKing

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Kafka | "What I touch, breaks."

"When it comes to the perfect example of how life and art align, Franz Kafka is that example." Kafka's language is straightforward, cold, and painfully sharp, with a heavy dose of irony. His narratives jump and twist, defying traditional reading logic—complex, confusing, and often inaccessible. Reading Kafka is not for the faint-hearted. His stories are like absurd nightmares outside a dark, looming castle. At the core of Kafka’s work lies a profound sense of compassion and fear. Yet, I firmly believe that his works still radiate an endless capacity for love, along with an unwavering commitment to ideals. Despite the harshness of the world, Kafka remains a hungry artist, one who died for his art. Kafka’s works are nightmarish not only in content but also in structure. He creates a fully-formed world of alienation, exposing the deep flaws of modernity and capturing the illnesses of the modern age. His writing delves into the human condition in a way that reflects the universal struggles of people in today's world. In today's age, we need Kafka more than ever. Through his avant-garde vision and a heart consumed by the flame of art, he predicted the social ills we still grapple with today. The struggles Kafka describes are, in fact, our struggles. #Literature #Quotes #Poetry #LiteraryGenius #Kafka #ArtisticExpression #Entertainment #Books#Existentialism #ModernLiterature #ClassicReads #ArtForArt #ExistentialDread #TheHungryArtist

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