Exploring Alienation in Kafka and Woolf

In the context of 20th-century literature, the concept of alienation has emerged as a pivotal theme in many texts. Consider two works, one by Franz Kafka and another by Virginia Woolf, that explore the alienation of individuals in a modern society.

In your response, analyze how each author employs narrative techniques, character development, and thematic exploration to depict the experiences of alienation. Demonstrate how these techniques not only serve to illustrate the characters' isolation but also comment on broader societal issues. Your analysis should reflect a nuanced understanding of both texts and articulate a clear argument regarding the authors' respective perspectives on alienation.