The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka (Book Analysis)

This practical and insightful reading guide offers a complete summary and analysis of The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka. It provides a thorough exploration of the story’s plot, characters and main themes, including family relationships, shame and rejection. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.

This clear and detailed 26-page reading guide is structured as follows:

• Biography of Franz Kafka
• Presentation of The Metamorphosis
• Summary of The Metamorphosis
• Character study
  • Gregor Samsa
  • Mr. Samsa
  • Grete Samsa
  • Mrs. Samsa
• Analysis of The Metamorphosis
  • The economic dimension: dependence, power and exploitation
  • The reappearance of repressed traits in Gregor
  • Personal narration

About The Metamorphosis

The Metamorphosis is a short story which depicts Gregor Samsa, an ordinary man who suddenly turns into a giant insect with no warning or explanation. His new form inspires fear and disgust in his family, so he is now confined to his room and experiences profound shame, dependence and humiliation as he tries to adapt to his new condition. The Metamorphosis is one of Kafka’s most acclaimed works, and has inspired a range of adaptations across different mediums, including music, theater and the cinema.

About Franz Kafka

Franz Kafka was a German-language writer whose fiction reflects the alienation felt by many people in Europe and North America during the 20^th century, and deals with themes such as the power of social forces and the vain search for answers in an incomprehensible world. He wrote numerous novels and short stories, and his best-known works include The Metamorphosis, The Trial and The Castle. Although he was relatively little-known during his lifetime, his popularity increased after his death: his works are now widely read and studied, and he is generally considered to be one of the greatest writers of the 20^th century.