The Metamorphosis

Name : The Metamorphosis

Author : Franz Khan

Book Format : Paperback

Edition : 1

Genre : Religion & Spirituality

ISBN : 000

Language : English

Pages : 51-100 Pages

Publish Year : 2024

Publisher : Himanshu Publication

Sub Genre : Religion & Spirituality

"The novella opens with the shocking and surreal transformation of Gregor Samsa, a traveling salesman, into a giant insect-like creature. wakes up one morning to find himself physically transformed, unable to communicate or move in the way used to. Despite his new, grotesque form, Gregor's primary concern is how his transformation will affect his ability to go to work and support his family, especially his father, mother, and younger sister, Grete.

As Gregor becomes more isolated due to his condition, his family’s reaction to his transformation shifts from concern to repulsion and neglect. They struggle to cope with the situation, and Gregor, who initially seeks to maintain some normalcy by observing his family and attempting to communicate, becomes increasingly alienated. His sister, who initially tries to for him, begins to grow distant, while his father becomes more hostile toward him.

The family's treatment of Gregor worsens over time as they see him less as a loved one and more as a burden. Gregor’s emotional decline parallels his physical deterioration, and eventually, is treated as outcast, locked away in a room. His transformation symbolizes the ultimate breakdown of his identity and connection to the outside world.

Ultimately, Gregor dies from neglect and the toll of his isolation. His death, however, brings no catharsis for the family, who quickly

Country of Origin : India